GLAD NEWS

Check out CCHS's Distance Learning website for information and resources to help you navigate learning at home. This site is continually updated as new information and resources are released by the school and district.

November Progress Reports were emailed to students and guardians on November 17th. This is the final progress report before grades are finalized at the end of the fall semester (January 15th). Check your emails, look in Parent/Student Portal, or contact your adviser for details.

Clarke Central High School would like to recognize Spencer’s Jewelers for donating the coveted crown to our 2020 Homecoming Queen. They have partnered with CCHS for Homecoming for over a decade without recognition. Mrs. Jewell is pictured here with the Spencer’s Jewelers crew “GLAD”ly showing them love with some CC apparel. Please consider patronizing Spencer's Jewelers as the holidays approach. Thank you Spencer's Jewelers for your generosity!

Students, visit this link and log-in using the first part of your email address (the portion before @) as your user name and your lunch number + @ccsd as your password.

Parents, click here for complete instructions on creating and accessing an account. Email campus@clarke.k12.ga.us with any questions or if you encounter problems logging-in.

Students, if you are having issues with the CCSD issued laptop, please try power washing the laptop first. We have many people making unnecessary trips to CCHS when power washing could have taken care of the issue. Follow the power washing instructions here. As long as the power button is on, you can try the power wash. If power washing the device does not solve the problem, Ms. Pendley (pendleya@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Ms. Sullivan (sullivanm@clarke.k12.ga.us) are at CCHS in the front office at the main entrance during the following times:

Monday-Thursday

8:30am-9:30am

11:00am-12:00pm

2:30pm-3:30pm

Friday

11:00am-1:00pm

Students, if you’re planning to apply for a learner’s permit or driver’s license, the Georgia Department of Driver Services requires a Certificate of School Enrollment. This form is located in the Front Office. Please contact the school at 706-357-5200 Monday through Thursday 8 am - 4 pm. An office staff member will take your information and complete the form for you. The form can be mailed to you or pickup can be arranged. Remember, the school building is still closed to the public, therefore you must make arrangements with our office staff prior to showing up at the school.

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We hope you’re reading! We encourage all GLADS to read even though we’re virtual. The following document gives general information and instructions on the Media Center in a virtual environment, including tips on device troubleshooting.

Media Center Virtual 2020-2021 CCHS Media Center Newsletter October

You Can Still Check-Out Books!!

Did you know that…. You can access BOTH the CCHS collection AND the Athens Clarke County Regional library now? Please follow the instructions below to access SORA. Additional presentation lets you know how to access and link the Athens Regional collections.

CCHS SORA APP FOR STUDENTS

ADDING ATHENS CLARKE COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARIES TO SORA

See the following document explaining how to check-out print books from the Media Center and how to access eBooks!!

How to Check Out Books and eBooks

Let us find books that may interest you! Ms. Pendley and Ms. Sullivan have put in place a ‘Book Subscription Service’. How it works: Students complete a Google Form by answering questions about reading and book interests. We will help you choose great books to read and have them available to you on Fridays from 11:00am-1:00pm. Try it out!! We would love to hear from you!

CCHS Book Stack Subscription Service

NEEDED! Participants in Book Clubs. Ms. Pendley and Ms. Sullivan have plans for book clubs. Strong Girls, Manga and Helen Ruffin Reading bowl are in the works. We’re open to other types/genres of books clubs, so email Ms. Sullivan or Ms. Pendley if you have suggestions.

Keep up with what’s happening at Clarke Central by following CCHS on Twitter at @clarkecentral and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ClarkeCentralHighSchool. For a complete list of CCHS Social Media accounts go to bit.ly/CCHSSocialMedia.

Visit CCHS’s Online Parent Resource Center at http://bit.ly/CCHSFamilyEngagement.

Join us for a trip to Costa Rica & Panama in June of 2022. E.F. Tours and Dr. Sparks offer you the opportunity to visit two countries, Costa Rica and Panama, for a once in a lifetime 10 day trip. We will be exploring a volcano, zip lining in a tropical jungle, visiting sloths and other native animals, swimming in the Pacific, rafting, canoeing, and snorkeling. Our group will have a private tour with Panama Canal engineers to experience up close one of modern man’s miracles, the Panama Canal, thereafter enjoying a folklore evening with native Panamanians. Plus we will enjoy all kinds of Costa Rican and Panamanian meals. This is just an introduction to our trip (click on link for more info)! If you are interested, Dr. Sparks will send you all the information and answer your specific questions in a Zoom conference upon writing an email of your interest. Please contact Dr. Sparks at sparksl@clarke.k12.ga.us. There is a $300 discount if registered by December 15, 2020….great savings!

To ensure that we achieve the highest possible level of customer service, we are asking that you please allow 48-72 hours for processing of official transcripts, proof of enrollment letters, letters for agencies, and any other document requiring processing by the school registrar. We appreciate your patience and thank you for helping us as we process requests in the order that they are received.

Are you interested in hearing community news? Are you interested in supporting high school students? The award-winning ODYSSEY Newsmagazine is offering subscriptions. The price for mailed subscriptions is $20. Subscription payments can be made through GoFan at

https://gofan.co/app/events/102432?schoolId=GA4910. For advertising information, contact business@odysseynewsmagazine.net. Follow us on social media: @ODYSSEYNEWSMAG on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. You can view our broadcast work on YouTube.

Order a Clarke Central yearbook by visiting https://yearbookforever.com/. Contact Mr. Domingo at domingon@clarke.k12.ga.us with any questions.

College Application Month is here! Students can sign up for an “Application Day” where an admissions counselor will help them apply to the college for free and provide an acceptance decision on the spot. Parents are welcome to join, but you need to register for the event, so Mr. Gluzman knows whose transcripts he needs to send. Contact Mr. Gluzman with questions (gluzmanr@clarke.k12.ga.us)

Albany State University- Application Day

Wednesday, Dec 2 from 2:35 to 3:25

https://forms.gle/BVgTc7yGgqWrJMvY8

Writing Workshop for College Essays and Scholarships

Friday, Dec 4 from 12:00 to 2:00

https://forms.gle/5WMm6PBVtthvRJNk7

Piedmont College- Application Day

Monday, Dec 7 from 2:35 to 3:25

https://forms.gle/Y1Jn8FvHejCDLifPA

Senior Exit Survey

If you are a senior please complete this two minute survey answering about your plans after high school: https://grace.advisingcorps.org/student-survey/807

Remind

If you want to stay up to date about important events please text @cen2021 to 81010. I will send you text messages every time an important date will approach us.

Appointments

If you are a senior and you have not met with me yet, please make an appointment here: https://calendly.com/gluzmanr

Email Mr. Gluzman confirmation of your FAFSA completion to enter the FAFSA Raffle.

Robert Gluzman - gluzmanr@clarke.k12.ga.us.

All are invited to join the PTSO. The purpose of the PTSO is to encourage families to assist with school activities/functions/services, provide financial assistance, foster a community atmosphere, and support the mission and vision of the school and school district. We plan student and teacher recognitions and celebrations, host informational meetings for families, provide conference night meals for teachers and offer grants for student clubs and organizations. Please join our email list here and follow us on Facebook. Clarke Central High School PTSO

Proud to be a Clarke Central Gladiator!

Go to this HipChip group gifting link and help us reach our goals this year! Donations will go on VISA Gift Cards that will be used to provide weekly incentives to our students and teachers during virtual learning.

https://bit.ly/2tJVWwq

If you would prefer to write a personal check, please make it out to CCHS PTSO and

mail to: Liz DeMarco, 327 Hill Street, Athens, GA 30601.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Cummings, jlcummings89@yahoo.com

American Sign Language Club ‘The Savvy Signers’

Students interested in learning American Sign Language can explore a ‘Virtual Classroom’ by clicking here on the Savvy Signers ASL Room. Items in the 'room' are 'clickable' and each 'click' will link to a lesson in American Sign language, or a Deaf cultural experience, a signed music video or even something that is just visually interesting. Mrs. Bostian plans to have Zoom 'office hours' occasionally on Fridays to answer questions and demonstrate signs learned over the preceding weeks. Everyone is welcome to give it a try! Happy signing!

Bullet Journal Club

If you are interested in joining the Bullet Journal Club please fill out this survey or contact Ms. Shelden (sheldenj@clarke.k12.ga.us). Need some help staying organized? Can’t find a planner or agenda that works for you? Well, then this is the club for you! We will learn how to design a planner that works for you to help you stay organized this year. No experience necessary or artistic ability required!

Community Service Club

Students interested in community service projects should contact Ms. La Rosa at larosak@clarke.k12.ga.us.

Ecology Club

The Ecology Club participates in environmentally related volunteer events to strengthen our community. We meet every Thursday at 3:30 on Zoom! Go to our Instagram (@cchsecologyclub) or email Mr. Gonzalez (gonzalezc@clarke.k12.ga.us) for more information!

Fashion Design Club

If you are interested in joining the Fashion Design Club please fill out this survey or contact Ms. Shelden (sheldenj@clarke.k12.ga.us). We will look at creating fashion designs, discuss new trends, and look at putting outfits together. Everyone is welcome!

French Club

Contact Mrs. Hulse at hulsee@clarke.k12.ga.us for the Zoom link.

Future Farmers of America (FFA)

FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. We welcome everyone and have an alumni that parents, guardians, staff, and community members can get involved in as well. There are many opportunities to get involved in this organization, including: monthly club meetings, garden work days/greenhouse operations, Career Development Events, Workshops, and so much more! Find us on our Social Media platforms: Facebook (@clarkecentralFFA) Instagram (@cchsffamily)TikTok (@cchsffamily) Google Sites (https://sites.google.com/clarke.k12.ga.us/cchs-agriculture/) Google Classroom code is: 7pjecbl. CCHS FFA dues are $20 with a T-Shirt or $15 without a T-Shirt. Contact FFA Advisor Mr. Carr at Carrl@clarke.k12.ga.us to see what CCHS has to offer for you! An FFA T-Shirt Fundraiser is available for those who are interested in purchasing one. Click the link: T-Shirt Order Short Sleeve: $20 Long Sleeve: $25

Gladiator Garden Club

Students, families, friends, staff, faculty, administration - All Gladiators united and invited! Contact Debbie Mitchell at mitchelld@clarke.k12.ga.us.

Gladiator Garden Club Zoom Link

Korean Language Club

If you are interested in joining the Korean Language Club please fill out this survey or contact Ms. Shelden (sheldenj@clarke.k12.ga.us). We will as a club learn and practice the Korean language including Hangul. All levels are welcome!

Mock Trial

Mock Trial is starting its 2020-2021 season! We will compete in a virtual trial competition with teams all over the state. Email Ms. James-Wyrick with questions at jameswyrickk@clarke.k12.ga.us .

National Art Honor Society

The purpose of National Art Honor Society is to inspire and recognize students who have shown an outstanding ability and interest in art. NAHS students must have an 80 cumulative average in their classes, have completed or be enrolled in at least one semester of art or graphic design, and maintain a minimum of an 85 average in their visual arts and/or graphic design classes. Interested students please complete this survey. https://forms.gle/Tg3s6ThyCXim8MY19 Find NAHS on Instagram: @cchsnahs

Spanish Club

Dr. Lynne Sparks (Sparksl@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Ms. Araceli Shannon (Sponsors). Spanish Club is a group of members who are interested in going beyond the Spanish curriculum and learning more about the Spanish speaking world. We enjoy Spanish movies together, Hispanic food (all countries), and participate in events offered in Athens dealing with dance and culture of Latin America. We are excited to start the virtual bi-monthly Zoom meetings on Wednesdays, at 4pm. Meetings will be the second and fourth Wednesday at 4 pm. Membership will be discussed then. We are considering changing the day of meeting, so if you are interested in joining the club, please fill out the form to let us know when is best for you: Membership interest form.

Tri-M Music Honor Society

Tri-M is the National Association for Music Education’s national music honor society; membership is open to all music students, including Guitar, Band, Piano, Chorus, Orchestra. Requires a minimum GPA, community service projects, and dedication to music (great for transcripts and resumes!). Our primary service project for Fall 2020 will be free virtual private lessons for BHL/CMS students.

New Member Application

Returning Member Form

Women in STEM

Women in STEM is a service club that aims to expose CCHS students to the various facets of STEM fields through events and outreach opportunities. For more information, sign up at http://bit.ly/WISform.

Support the CCHS Wrestling Team by purchasing a $10 Krispy Kreme donut certificate and a case of high-quality meat. Speak with a wrestling team member or Coach McCord (mccords@clarke.k12.ga.us) for details.

Upcoming Athletic Events

• Dec 3 - Freshman Basketball (boys) vs. Madison County (A)

• Dec 4 - Varsity Football vs. Calhoun (H), Second-round of State Football Play-offs

• Dec 5 - Wrestling at Creekview Invitational (Creekview HS)

• Dec 5 - JV Basketball (boys) vs. Winder-Barrow (A)

• Dec 5 - Freshman Basketball (boys) vs. Winder-Barrow (A)

Important Notes

• The Clarke Central Varsity Football team will host Calhoun in the second round of the GHSA State AAAAA Football Play-offs on Friday, December 4 at 7:30 in Billy Henderson Stadium. Tickets are available for purchase via GoFan or at the Gate. All tickets are $10. Only GHSA Passes will be accepted.

• Congratulations to the Varsity Football team for their win over ML King in the first round of the State AAAAA Football Play-offs.

• Congratulations to the Clarke Central Swim Team for their performance at the West Hall Invitational. The Clarke Central girls team placed first overall and the Clarke Central boys team placed second overall.

• Click HERE to order you 2020 Clarke Central Gladiator Region Football Champions T-Shirts, Long-Sleeve Dri-Fits, and Hoodies.

• Click HERE for the online version of the 2020 Gladiator Football Media Guide.

• Purchase Digital Tickets and Digital Season Passes for Gladiator home games through GoFan (https://gofan.co/app/school/GA4910). Digital Season Passes will be $60. Spectators are encouraged to purchase digital tickets for home fall athletic events.

• Click HERE for the online Clarke Central Gladiator Spirit Wear store.

• Watch Gladiator Athletics on NFHS Digital Network. Subscribe to the NFHS Network and a portion of your subscription purchase will be given back to Clarke Central High School. Watch live sporting events and stats whenever you want, wherever you are. Click here to subscribe.

• Go to the official Gladiator Athletic website for more information.

The State of Georgia is not requiring students in grade 11 to have the second meningitis shot until 2021-2022. However, they are STRONGLY encouraging that all students get this, along with their other immunizations.

Here is the exact wording from the Department of Public Health:

• Should we administer the MCV4 booster dose although the 11th grade requirement has been postponed?

• Yes, based on ACIP guidelines, we strongly recommend patients receive the vaccine at the recommended age of 16 years.

This is especially important during a pandemic. So, if your student is not up-to-date with

all shots, now is the time!

You may do this at your physician’s office or at the Department of Health.

Want a virtual Clinic visit with your school nurse? Email me with a date and two or three available times and I will set up a Zoom Clinic Visit. The clinic will be “virtually” open when school is open, Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 3:45 pm! Confidentiality: I will ensure privacy on my end of the computer. It will be up to you to do the same on your end. No recording of Zoom clinic visits!

I Yvette Rabb, BSN, RN

rabbiv@clarke.k12.ga.us

Let’s all remember to wear masks; keep our distance (at least 6 feet, preferably more); wash our hands (at least 20 seconds); stop touching our faces; cover our coughs; stay home if sick; and avoid large gatherings!

Email: hilll@clarke.k12.ga.us
Website: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/clarkecentral
Location: 350 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706-357-5200
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Twitter: @clarkecentral