CSP Newsletter

Did your child earn Principal's or Superintendent's Honor Roll (all A's) on the second quarter report card? If so, congratulations, you are invited to a celebration on:

Friday, February 17 at 9:00 a.m.

We look forward to gathering together to honor your child's hard work in a ceremony in the CSP Gymnasium, followed by refreshments.

Your child may dress UP for the special occasion or wear the CSP school uniform.

Students are encouraged to participate in a canned soup food drive for the Anne Arundel Food Bank. Soup cans are used in the Backpack Buddies program for the food bank. Chicken noodle and tomato soups are the most requested soups!! Please help support our local food bank. Donates will be collected throughout January and February and can be dropped off in the cafeteria.

JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 10:

• Valentine Candy/Cookie Gram Sales

FEBRUARY 3:

• 6:30 - 8:30 pm - Middle School Dance (taking place in the gymnasium)

FEBRUARY 4:

• 9:00 - 11:00 am - Saturday School (by invite only)

FEBRUARY 6-10: School Counseling Week

• Remind your child's counselor just how much they are appreciated:)

FEBRUARY 8:

• Two-hour Early Dismissal - Project Unity (Students may wear an orange top with regular uniform bottoms)
• Fundraiser - Dress Down Day - (Benefits Class of 2026)
• 4:00 - 8:00 pm - Fundraiser - Ledo's Pizza - Elkridge Location (Benefits Class of 2026)

FEBRUARY 9:

• Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) for 7th-grade
• Last day to submit 8th/12th Grade Yearbook Recognition Ads.

FEBRUARY 10:

• Fundraiser - Dress Down Day (Benefits Class of 2023)
• Last day to buy a Valentine's Day Candy Gram

FEBRUARY 11:

• Field Trip - Ms. Clyde

FEBRUARY 13:

• 3:00 - 5:00 pm - Middle School Cookie Decorating Event (Ticket purchase required)

FEBRUARY 14: Happy Valentine's Day

• Fundraiser - Dress Down Day - (Benefits Class of 2023)

FEBRUARY 17: Random Acts of Kindness Day

• Fundraiser - Dress Down Day - (Benefits Class of 2023)
• 9:00 - 10:00 am - Principals Honor Roll Assembly

FEBRUARY 18:

• 9:00 - 11:00 am - Saturday School (by invite only)

FEBRUARY 20:

• All Schools & Offices Closed - Presidents' Day

FEBRUARY

• 3 - B-Day
• 10 - A-Day
• 17 - A-Day
• 24 - B-Day

MARCH

• 3 - A-Day
• 10 - B-Day
• 17 - A-Day
• 24 - B-Day
• 31 - A-Day

• Please ensure your child brings their fully charged issued device to school with them daily.
• CSP no longer issues loaner devices for those students who leave their Chromebooks at home. It is the responsibility of the student to bring the required materials to school daily. Not doing so can hurt their academics.
• CSP can no longer afford to issue loaner devices due to the excessive number of damaged and/or lost devices.
• If your child loses or damages their device, restitution must be paid before receiving a replacement device. Parents can make payments online by visiting www.mycsp.org, clicking on the CLF tab, and then the Chromebook Replacement/Repair Fee tab. Once payment has been made, email a copy of your receipt to it@mycsp.org.

• Review the ROAR schedule with your student. Have them sign up for Content Support on the available days rather than going to their club.
• Check PowerSchool every Tuesday evening. Make it a family event.
• Email teachers whenever you have a question about an assignment.
• Monitor your child's BrightSpace page.
• Review your child's assignments before they submit them to their teacher.
• Contact the School Counselor if you want to schedule an appointment with your child's teacher(s).
• Ms. Siwicki is the School Counselor for students whose last name begins with A-L. Her email address is jsiwicki@mycsp.org.
• Ms. Shepherd is the School Counselor for the students whose last name begins with M-Z. Her email address is mshepherd@mycsp.org.

If you would like to volunteer or chaperone at CSP, you must submit a response to the following form. If you already submitted a reply, you do not need to submit another one.

FORM

Once you submit this response, I can follow up to see if your commercial background check is cleared, or I can request a copy of your fingerprint card, whichever you have completed.

Attention eighth-grade parents/guardians:

Chesapeake Science Point and Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) have a partnership for the Early College Access Program (ECAP), allowing students to take college courses while in high school. CSP also has a unique partnership where selected students work toward a college Associate Degree throughout high school, earning 60 college credits through AACC classes and AP credits.

Candidates for this very selective program are considered during the spring of students’ eighth-grade year at CSP. Administrators, counselors, and teachers review student data and discuss individual student ability to complete college-level and AP courses.

AACC requires a strict limit of 22 students for this program, making it extremely selective. The selection procedures will begin in February, and parent contact will occur once the review process is completed.

Students and families do not need to request consideration for this program, and all eighth-grade students will be reviewed and considered for the Associate Degree program.

Students not chosen for the selective Associate Degree program are still eligible to take individual AACC courses through the ECAP program. These opportunities are usually possible in students’ junior and senior years.

Yearbook Recognition Ads are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones such as graduating from middle and high school. In addition, revenues from Recognition Ads help our school create a better yearbook. To purchase your ad online, follow the instructions on the flier below. Jostens is responsible for our school's yearbook ad sales. Please do not contact or send materials to the school. Please also consider our school's ad content guidelines found on the flier while creating your ad online.

All orders must be placed by 02/09/2023.

Hi CSP Parents, Please see below regarding details on Chesapeake Science Point's NO REPEAT policy. If you have questions and/or concerns regarding this matter, please reach out to your child's school counselor. CSP continues to provide a rigorous and quality education to all students. It has always been our goal to improve upon past practices, find new ways to engage students, and make learning something students enjoy. We also believe that high school students need to put forth that same effort in order to become successful adults; therefore, CSP is Repeat Free. If a student receives an E in a required high school course, the class will have to be repeated in an alternate program such as Summer School, Evening School, and Twilight School. These programs are available for students to make up credits in courses that they were not successful in the first time; classes at CSP are for students taking them for original credit. If a student does not make up the failed class in one of these alternative programs, there is a chance that we will not be able to schedule the student for the classes required for graduation and the student will have to take classes at CSP for more than four years.

Parents/guardians of current 6th graders:

This is a friendly reminder that 7th-grade students are required to have the following immunizations before starting the 7th grade:

MCV4 and Tdap

I will need an updated immunization record showing that your child received both immunizations. Please send this to me as soon as you have it.

Thank you,

Ms. Calvert

jcalvert@mycsp.org

Any student who wishes to receive high school credit for any dual credit AACC class they have taken must present an official transcript from AACC to their counselor. The Registrar’s Office at AACC can assist you with obtaining an official transcript. If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

SENIORS! Please be sure you follow up with your counselor regarding admissions decisions. We cannot wait to hear from you, and we need to be sure to document all admissions decisions in your Naviance account. Please let us know if you have been awarded any scholarship money. We need documentation of the scholarship award and the dollar amount. You may supply this information via email or paper documentation. As a reminder, please be sure you are reaching out to the undergraduate admissions offices to be sure that your application is complete and you have no missing required documents. As always, stop by with any questions. Your counseling department is SO proud of all the hard work you have put in!

Hi Juniors & Seniors! It’s no secret that most college applications require you to submit your SAT or ACT score, making taking the exam an absolute must. In addition to it being a requirement, colleges and universities receive thousands of applications every year. The scores on the SAT and ACT allow them to narrow down the playing field and make decisions on acceptance. In addition to your college applications, your SAT and ACT scores can be used to apply for scholarships. These are sometimes merit based scholarships, granted directly from your choice of college during the application process. Others may be from local, state, or regional programs where your grades, academic achievements, and score affect your eligibility. We wanted to stress the importance of taking the SAT and/or ACT more than once. Studies show that students typically receive a higher score the second time they sit for the test. It would be most beneficial to take the SAT and/or ACT your junior year, then again your senior year. If you receive free or reduced lunch, you qualify for a fee waiver. The counselors have them available in their offices. See your counselor with any additional questions.

SAT TESTING DATES:

March 11th

May 6th

June 3rd

See registration deadlines and sign up here collegeboard.org.

ACT TESTING DATES:

February 11th

April 15th

June 10th

July 15th

See registration deadlines and sign up here https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html.

Seniors! SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES! KEEP READING!

The following scholarships are accepting applications. For more details about each scholarship and the eligibility requirements, please click here: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarships.php

The Candace C.W. Antwine Military Service Award was established in 2021 to honor the military and civic service of Ms. Antwine, a Navy veteran and former member of the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County. Ms. Antwine was a committed and passionate voice for military families and children in need throughout Anne Arundel County. She served the nation in active duty, reserve, and civil servant capacities, and was a member of the Board of Education from 2018 until her death in 2021.

The award is given each May to AACPS students who have made a similar commitment by enlisting to serve in the United States military upon graduation. It assists awardees with initial expenses related to enlisting, including basic training supplies, and aims to remove financial barriers to military service.

Click on the link below for the application. Deadline is March 31st, 2023. Please share with your students and families.

https://www.aacps.org/serviceaward

The Anthropology of Human Space Exploration

What does anthropology have to do with human space exploration? Join Professor Laura González to explore space through the lens of anthropology. Are there human artifacts out there — such as on the moon — that deserve our protection before commercial space hotels and mining disrupt them? What effect does long-term microgravity have on the human body? Will colonies on Mars reproduce the social inequities on Earth? This talk will examine these questions and more.

THURSDAY, FEB. 16

11 A.M.–12:15 P.M.

Virtual event via Zoom

REGISTER

For information contact Amy Carattini at amcarattini@aacc.edu.

It’s that time of year again! Educational Systems Federal Credit Union is offering three different awards – two for graduating seniors.

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union, through the Support Education Foundation, is proud to provide scholarships to students and professional development awards to educators who strive to learn and grow. We encourage you to share these valuable opportunities with your students or any educators who may be interested.

2023 Scholarship opportunities

• Dorothy Marvil Scholarship
• Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarship

The deadline to apply is April 1, 2023. Additional details can be found at SupportEducation.org.

Life is good as a Spartan! Come see why thousands of students fall in love with The University of Tampa each year!

Hear first-hand from professors and students that are passionate about YOUR field of interest. With 200+ areas of study, 300+ student organizations, clubs and teams, and 10,000+ University and community events offered each year, visit and see why The University of Tampa is the right choice for your college education!

UT is offering 3 Open House events during the Spring 2023 Semester.

February 19, 2023
March 19, 2023
April 16, 2023
(Click on a date above to RSVP)

Get a sneak peek at what UT has to offer by checking out our Undergraduate Brochure. Questions? email admissions@ut.edu or call (813) 253-6211.

Georgetown University is Offering Two New Online Courses

Medicine: An Inside Look at Treating Patients

Explore treatment plans for three cases: a kidney transplant, vascular disease, and cancer. Students will review the techniques of both integrative and complementary medicine and design a healthcare team for a patient scenario.

Journalism and Media in the Digital Age

Delves into the fast-paced world of journalism. Students will learn the fundamentals of the field---from recognizing the elements of an accurate, compelling, and fair story to key ethics and laws. They'll explore the various news platforms----print, digital, social media, video---and craft their own news story on the platform of their choice to demonstrate their knowledge.

These courses are designed by renowned Georgetown University professors and delivered through engaging video lessons.

Visit here for more information.

Plan now to apply to Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs.

Designed by Johns Hopkins engineers, thought-provoking courses give students the opportunity to take a sneak peek into multiple engineering disciplines. Courses are offered online and on-campus and modeled to fit different learning styles and interests.

Give your high school student’s college application a boost by enrolling them in our challenging and engaging summer engineering program.

ZOOM INFORMATION SESSIONS

Hosted by Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation program staff. During this session, you’ll hear from and talk with the amazing team behind the program and learn more about our engaging hands-on activities, how to apply, and more. A former student will also share their perspective.

Saturday, February 11 at 12:00 noon (ET)

Register here!

With courses created by Johns Hopkins Engineering faculty, the program lessons give students the confidence to think like an engineer.

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies strives to enhance the education of motivated, intellectually curious pre-college students. This summer, we are offering several online and residential academic enrichment programs, and we hope you will share these programs with your students as they make plans for the summer. Our programs feature a wide variety of disciplines—including business, computer science, humanities, math, science, social justice, and more—allowing students to investigate advanced topics beyond the typical high school curriculum. Students engage in discussion-based classes with instructors who are scholars in their fields and passionate about teaching. Please direct students to our website to learn more about our range of program offerings. You can also share this digital flyer with your students at Chesapeake Science Point Charter School so they can explore our summer program opportunities. Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes Current Grades 8–11, Application Deadline: March 15, 2023 Session One: June 19 – June 30, 2023 Session Two: July 10 – July 21, 2023 Stanford Summer Humanities Institute Current Grades 10–11, Application Deadline: February 1, 2023 Session One: June 25 – July 14, 2023 Session Two: July 16 – August 4, 2023 Applications are now open, and need-based financial aid is available. We appreciate all you do to support your students, and we hope they will apply to join us this summer. Sincerely, Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies Team Learn More: https://spcs.stanford.edu/collegecounselor?utm_source=collegecounselor&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2023SI_SHI&utm_source=slate&utm_medium=email_HS&utm_campaign=su23

The Columbia Climate School offers full and partial need-based scholarships for our 2023 Pre-College Summer Programs: The Columbia Climate School in the Green Mountains and Columbia Climate Corps. https://www.climate.columbia.edu/pre-college-programs

Scholarships are available for high students grades 9-12 (and motivated rising 9th grade students) that reside in the U.S., meet the income eligibility guidelines, have a passion for climate change, and demonstrate an interest in climate advocacy. Special emphasis is placed for individuals that are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) and/or are first generation college students. Students can review the scholarship eligibility guidelines for more information.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your students so they can apply for full or partial scholarships to our Pre-College Summer Programs. Scholarship deadline is March 15, 2023.

Apply for a Summer 2023 Scholarship: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2VIzNAeeCyKeLgWIC0JiqiYjyhd52H-0641KPzglMxK-Xdg/viewform Scholarship opportunities are made possible with the support of the Henry L. and Grace Doherty Charitable Foundation. As you continue to explore the Columbia Climate School’s Pre-College Programs, we encourage you to stay tuned and read the latest news from our community.

Sophomores,

Please click hhttp://hobymd.org/annual-seminar/ere for more information about the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) summer opportunity!

The HOBY flagship program welcomes school and community student ambassadors to 3-4 day seminars each spring and summer. Students explore their personal leadership skills and values and practice those skills while collaborating with diverse groups. They then leverage their new abilities as they apply the value of service leadership to make a positive impact in their communities.

This summer's leadership opportunity is being held June 8-11, 2023, at Towson University. The fee for the summer program is $395, however, we are able to offer a discounted rate of $250 to the first sophomore who registers.

Please discuss this opportunity with your parents/guardians and contact Mrs. Shepherd if you are interested or have any questions.

As one of the world's top-ranked art, design, and architecture colleges, Pratt is the place for students to explore principles of design, get immersed in fine art, and build a portfolio of artwork. For those intending to pursue studies in art, design, architecture, or a related area, this is a valuable chance to build the portfolio of work that will serve as an important component of their college application process.

This July, Pratt PreCollege students will explore creative careers and develop their artistic skills with support from experienced faculty. The month-long experience combines college-level courses and cultural enrichment opportunities for high school students on our picturesque Brooklyn campus. Courses allow students a unique opportunity to be immersed in the creative process and get a sneak peek into the undergraduate experience at Pratt Institute.

During the program students will:

1. Study art, design, architecture, or creative writing at a college level.
2. Create work suitable for use in a college admissions portfolio.
3. Join a creative community of like-minded students.
4. Explore undergraduate majors and discover the Pratt Institute experience.

Available sessions:

1, Spring (online): Visit the website for course dates
1. Summer (online): Visit the website for course dates
2. Summer (in-person Brooklyn, New York campus): July 9 - August 2

Summer applications are due March 1st!

Questions? Email precollege@pratt.edu

Looking for educational activities for your child this summer? Check out the summer offerings at Howard Community College through the "Kids on Campus" program at the link below:

https://www.howardcc.edu/programs-courses/continuing-education/courses/kids-on-campus/

Do you shop on Amazon? If yes, supporting CSP's PTSO with each purchase is easy. A few minutes to set up is all it takes.

If you type in the word' smile.' before Amazon.com, you will be brought to the same Amazon site, but on the fundraising side. http://smile.amazon.com/ The first time you go to the 'Smile' side, you will be asked to choose the organization you want to support. Search for 'Chesapeake Science Point,' and you will be able to select "Chesapeake Science Point PTSO." Then use Amazon like you always have. Everything is exactly the same. (Change your bookmark so that you go to the Smile site. We only get credit if you order from the Smile side. It must say 'smile.amazon.com' every time.)

Do you have family and friends that wouldn't mind taking a minute and choosing Chesapeake Science Point PTSO? It costs the purchaser nothing, and it benefits Chesapeake Science Point PTSO.

What is AmazonSmile? AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the same low prices, vast selection, and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization. You can choose from nearly one million organizations to support.

How do I shop at AmazonSmile? To shop at AmazonSmile, simply go to smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device. You may also want to add a bookmark to smile.amazon.com to make it even easier to return and start shopping at AmazonSmile. Can I use my existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile? Yes, you use the same account on Amazon.com and AmazonSmile. Your shopping cart, Wish List, wedding or baby registry, and other account settings are also the same.

How do I select a charitable organization to support when shopping on AmazonSmile? On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), you need to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. We will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation.

How much of my purchase does Amazon donate? The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases.

For more information: https://smile.amazon.com/about