Cougar Connection

Coronado High School Valedictorian Candidate Daryn Pham’s accomplishments and accolades are too numerous to list on a single page. He has undoubtedly made the most of his high school experience, working his way to the top of his class, committing to be the best athlete he can be, and donating time and effort to important causes. He’s held fundraisers and clothing drives, overcome self-limiting ideas and taken every

opportunity to lean into his career aspirations. Indeed, his resume is impressive, but so, too, is his personable nature, charisma and desire to embody the values of hard work, resilience and dedication. For all this and more, Daryn Pham is– A Step Above.

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Are you a student-athlete dreaming of playing your sport at the NCAA level?

Invest in your future and spend an hour on Wednesday, May 8, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Eastern time, understanding the requirements and how to prepare for NCAA certification.

Join NCAA Eligibility Center staff, who will walk you through what you need to do to compete at the NCAA Division I, II or III level.

Staff will be answering questions live during the presentation, so come prepared to learn how to take your game to the next level!

The 2024 NvACD Scholarship Application is currently open and accepting responses and will remain open until April 15, 2024. The application can be accessed from the main page of the NvACD website at nvacd.org.

The NvACD Scholarship is a unique scholarship opportunity with preference given to students pursuing an education in agriculture, renewable natural resources, or a related field.

Check out the attachment below for more information!

Dear Students and Families,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an important update regarding the distribution of FAFSA information by the US Department of Education.

Recently, the Department of Education announced a delay in the dissemination of FAFSA details to schools, with the anticipated start date now scheduled for the first half of March. Until this information becomes accessible, colleges and universities will be unable to access their students' FAFSA data. Consequently, the release of financial aid award letters for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year will be subject to further delays. Additionally, students seeking to make corrections to their FAFSA will also need to wait until sometime in March.

This delay is attributed to a recent adjustment made by the U.S. Department of Education to the formula used for calculating financial aid eligibility. While this adjustment aims to enhance eligibility for a broader spectrum of students to receive financial aid, it regrettably results in a postponement of the delivery of FAFSA information.

Throughout this period of delay, should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly. Alternatively, you can contact FAFSA at 1-800-433-3243.

Your understanding during this time is greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Michelle Tidball

College & Career Specialist

tidbam@nv.ccsd.net

Clark County Government hires selected students and pays them $12.00 per hour for an eight-week period. Work will begin on June 10th and will be completed on July 31st.

The student intern will perform on-the-job training at their designated job sites, which may include architectural and engineering firms, construction companies, banking, financial institutions, and governmental agencies, for the first three days of each work week, where a supervisor will assign them meaningful projects.

Some companies may choose to extend students’ internships and/or offer bonuses after their internships end. Once a week, student interns will participate in a Financial Literacy and Life Skills training. Furthermore, if all internship requirements are met, student interns will be eligible to apply for SBI scholarship awards.

This is a wonderful opportunity to provide the youth of Clark County with an exceptional summer internship.

The Clark County Law Foundation is currently recruiting students for the Youth Restorative Program (previously known as Trial by Peers).

The Youth Restorative Program (YRP) offers you a unique opportunity for students between 12 to 17 years old who are interested in advocating for their peers.

Enrollment and Training: They will undergo a rigorous 7-week summer course, equipping them with essential skills for effective advocacy in restorative justice circles. Through seminar-based classes, they'll delve into various aspects of the legal system, learning how to research laws and develop skills in communication, negotiation, and critical thinking.

Youth Advocates: Once they complete the training, they can opt to become a Youth Advocate. As a volunteer, they'll commit to advocating for individuals referred to the YRP. Under the guidance of licensed attorneys who act as mentors, they'll deepen their understanding of the restorative justice process and receive ongoing legal education and guidance.

Mentorship and Growth: They will play a vital role in their community as a Youth Advocate, offering support to their peers and contributing positively to their surroundings. Additionally, they'll attend Continuing Legal Education (CLE) sessions hosted by the YRP monthly. These sessions will serve to reinforce their knowledge and further enhance their advocacy skills, ensuring continuous growth and development.

Youth Restorative Program summer course schedule:

· Thursday, June 6th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, June 13th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, June 20th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, June 27th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, July 11th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, July 18th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

· Thursday, July 18th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. State Bar of Nevada

*Thursday, August 8th 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Graduation

Attached is an overview detailing what participants can anticipate from the program, along with the official application.

Are you interested? Please fill out an interest form by using this link: https://forms.gle/YEx39Gea7gfeH8Ci8

OR complete the attached application and submit by May 6th.

March 8 ~ End of 3rd Quarter

March 10 ~ Daylight Saving time Begins at 2 a.m. (clocks advance one hour)

March 11 - March 15 ~ Spring Break NO SCHOOL

March 18 ~ Classes Resume

March 29 ~ No School for Students

April 1 ~ Staff Development Day NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

April 6-10 ~ Teacher Appreciation Week

April 24 ~ Administrative Professionals Day

April 25 ~ Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

Apr 26 ~ No School for Students

May 1 ~ School Principals' Day

May 8 ~ National School Nurse Day

May 20 ~ Last Day of School

Hello Coronado Families!

We've shared the Final Exam Schedule so our CHS families could start planning ahead for summer travel and fun.

If your student does not take the final exam, they will receive a zero for the exam grade.

MAKE UP EXAMS:

Per District regulation, final exams cannot be given early.

Make up exams will be administered during class or before/after school during the three days of final exams. (5/16-5/20)

EXAM INFO:

o There will be NO retakes on semester exams.

o All semester exam grades are final.

o Semester Exams will be entered at the percentage toward meeting the standards.

o Semester Exams will be posted without adjusting to the minimum score of 50%.

o For example, if a student earns a 32% on the semester exam, the score is applied without adjusting to the minimum score of 50%.