CRHS Student & Family Update
August 28th- September 1st, 2023
Contact Info
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
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
Update/ School News
- I hope everyone had a nice and relaxing Spring Break, because we're entering the busy season. Before you know it the school year will be over.
- April is school library month. Huge shout out to Mrs. Gillespie who manages not one, but two libraries! Check out a book to celebrate
- This week is Assistant Principal's week. Please join me in thanking Mr. Mills for everything he does to keep CRHS running smoothly. He has been an amazing addition to our family.
- Wednesday is IA day and Thursday is Media Specialist day. Please join me in thanking our wonderful IAs whose work often goes unrecognized. Mrs. Stivers, Ms. Ewing, Ms. Bivans, Ms. Robins, Ms. Lyras, Ms. Ennals go above and beyond to help our students.
- We will be conducting our MD School Survey on Wednesday. Mr. Oberdorf sent out information about this last week.
- ASVAB testing will occur on 4/9. Email your counselor or Mr. Oberdorf for more details.
- Join us on Saturday for the Merrill Morgan 5k to support Parkinson's research
Week at a glance
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION WEEK
Monday 4/1
- No School
Tuesday 4/2
World Autism Day
Dungeons and Dragons in Mrs. Foster's room until 4pm
Baseball & Softball vs. North Dorchester- 4pm start
Wednesday 4/3
- Instructional Assistant Appreciation Day
Thursday 4/4
Media Specialist Day
JV Baseball & Softball vs. St. Michaels- 4pm start
- Half day for students- End of Quarter 3
- JV Baseball & Softball vs. James Bennett- 4pm start
Prom is coming!
Prom tickets will be on sale during the week of April 8th. Grand March tickets will be on sale during the week of April 15th.
After Prom
Service Learning Opportunity
Graduation Spotlight
Graduation Spotlight Class of 2024
ALL OBLIGATIONS MUST BE CLEARED PRIOR TO PARTICIPATING IN THE GRADUATION REHEARSAL AND OTHER ACTIVITIES, AS PER CCPS POLICY. SENIORS MUST BE ON TRACK TO GRADUATE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE.
Please be sure the following dates are on your calendar:
May 29 - Graduation Rehearsal 9:00AM - 2:30PM
Light Breakfast/Snacks provided
Ceremony Rehearsal - honor cords distributed
Senior Class Photo
Senior Lunch/Slideshow
Graduation Ticket Distribution
May 30 - Graduation Ceremony 6PM - this is a ticketed event - ALL people attending need a ticket, regardless of age
Seniors should gather in cafeteria by 5:15pm: bring cap/gown/white stole/tassel/all cords you have received
Red ties and flowers will be distributed
Doors open to public at 5pm
Senior Slideshow shows at 5:30pm
Ceremony begins at 6pm
The ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend. This can be accessed from either of these sites:
If you have any questions or concerns about graduation, please contact Mrs. France at france.bernadette@ccpsstaff.org.
Coach Morgan 5K
Save a Life!
Vehicle Showcase
Class of 2027 Fundraiser
The Class of 2027 is hosting a Scentsy fundraiser! The class earns at least 20% of the retail amount from every order, and funds will be used for floats, Homecoming, Prom, and more! Order online (with credit card) or from a freshman student. If an order is placed online it will be shipped to the address. If ordering with a student, it will be shipped to the school for later pickup. Students please send in order forms to Mr. Newberry. Payment in checks are appreciated if ordering with a student. As an incentive students with the top 5 fundraising totals get a free ticket for Homecoming next year. #ColonelTOUGH #classof2027
Tractor Day!!!
Family Fun and Resources Day
Help us fight teenage substance abuse
Free Resource: Vaping Information
If you don’t know the first thing about vaping, this is for you! As vaping continues to impact the lives of today's youth, staying informed is more critical than ever. In the Cook Center’s January Newsletter: Clear Lungs, Bright Futures (English/Spanish), they highlight the latest insights, trends, and essential information about vaping. Discover why it's crucial for parents to be in the know about this pressing issue and how you can safeguard your children's health.
Also be sure to check out the ParentGuidance.org where you can access free resources including courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics like "Parenting with Purpose." To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click On-Demand Courses.
Yearbook
Community Resources
Social Media: Protecting Your Child
Free family services
Dual Enrollment
Upward Bound
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!
College Bootcamp
Leadership Opportunity
Tutoring Opportunity
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Promoting a healthy and safe environment for ALL students and staff:
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.