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Escondido Charter High School
"Education Is Our Business"
Charter Notes
Tuesday thru Friday, September 5 to 8, 2006
Week 4
ISPE (TCP):
ISPE logs are due. Logs will not be accepted after Wednesday. All ISPE logs,
essays, and contracts should be placed in the basket in the Library! School
Photographs:
TCP students note! School pictures (for yearbook and ID cards) and individual
photos (for personal use) will be taken Thursday, September 7 during school.
If you would like to purchase individual photos, the order forms (with
payment) must be returned on Thursday. Please note, there is NO makeup
day.
End of Grading Period:
Friday, September 15 is the end of the first grading period. Progress
reports will be distributed on Wednesday, September 20.
Patriots Day Assembly:
There will be an assembly on Monday, September 11 to commemorate Patriots
Day. All students and staff are requested to assemble on the athletic
field at 2:00 p.m. for the ceremony.
Note: All students are requested to wear red, white, and blue on Patriots
Day! The schedule for the Patriots Day assembly is attached.
Awards Assembly:
An assembly to recognize students who earned honor roll status for the
second semester of last school year will be held on Friday, September
15. All students should assemble on the Commons at 2:00 p.m. Congratulations
to all the honor roll students!
Note: The schedule for the awards assembly is attached.
Who Wants to Be a Superhero?:
The Saxon Film Club, one of Charter’s most Chartarian traditions,
is holding its first official meeting of the year Wednesday, September
6, at 3:00 p.m. in Mr. Endermann’s room (F100). What is the Saxon
Film Club all about? No, we don’t sit around doing math. It’s
about fun, friends, and having fun with friends while producing movies
about mathematical superheroes and supervillains! So if you have ever
dreamed about being a superhero, or are interested in any aspect of making
movies (producing, directing, acting, costume-making, video editing, special
effects, etc.), or just want to be a part of a Charter legacy, come to
the meeting tomorrow to learn more. The club is open to anyone! If you
can’t make the meeting, just come talk to Mr. Endermann, or ask
your friendly neighborhood Saxon member for more information. Go Saxon!
College Applications:
All seniors received an updated copy of their transcript to assist in
filling out college applications. Begin working on your applications well
in advance of the deadlines, November 30 for California State Universities
(CSU) and University of California (UC) campuses. Private college application
deadlines vary between November and February. To begin working on an application
for a CSU campus, visit www.csumentor.edu. To begin working on an application
for UC campus, visit www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/undergraduate.html.
Senior Portfolio Deadline:
All seniors received information about the first assignment for their
Senior Portfolio, the Career Plan and Educational Plan. Remember to submit
both items to your mentor by the deadline, Friday, September 8.
Attention All Chartarian Artists:
The 2006-2007 yearbook staff would like to invite all artists and writers
to enter their best work for this year’s yearbook. The 2006-2007
yearbook will be an all color production for the first time ever! All
creative writing and art entries should include this year’s yearbook
theme, “The Next Level.” Entries must be turned into Mr. Krause
after school in room G103 from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and
Thursdays. All work will be evaluated by the yearbook staff to determine
which entries are the best of the best. The winning entries will be placed
in the upcoming yearbook, and credit will be given to the artists. Be
creative and take advantage of this opportunity to be a part of the 2006-2007
yearbook! If you have questions, please see Mr. Krause in G103.
Round ‘Em Up!
The Parent Advisory Board and Athletics have created a new partnership
for the Annual Dinner/Auction Fundraiser to be held on Friday, September
29 starting at 6:30 p.m. on the Commons. The theme is "Western Round
Up the Funds" and there will be a barbecue dinner of tri-tip and
chicken provided by HUNTER'S STEAKHOUSE. Tickets are $15 per person through
September 22 and $20 thereafter. Get your tickets in one of two simple
ways. Either purchase from the Main Office, or this week from one of the
parent representatives going car to car during the after-school pickup.
Make checks payable to ECHS Parent Advisory Board. In addition, if you
have items that you would like to donate to the Silent or Live Auctions,
please call Belinda Oberle (PAB President) at 760-291-1422.
Employment Opportunity:
See’s Candy located on East Valley Parkway is looking to hire a
few Escondido Charter High School students. Interested students should
fill out an interest form, available in the Library or Main Office, and
submit the completed form to the local See’s Candy shop located
1005 East Valley Parkway.
ASB Election Results:
The results of the ASB election for TCP Class Representatives are as follows:
Freshman Sophomores Juniors Seniors
John Shumaker Amy Morley Natalie Shapiro Kelsey Carpenter
Whitley Wilburn Kyle Brooks Kelly Williams Randy Miller
Internship Opportunity:
Assemblyman Wyland’s office is looking for high school students
to serve as interns anywhere from 8-24 hours per week. This is an excellent
way to gain a better understanding of politics and gain valuable job skills.
Interested students should pick up a detailed flyer, which includes duties
and contact information, in the Main Office or Library.
Get Involved:
Mr. Armentano is planning another community service trip to Mexico from
November 22 through November 25 and you’re invited! This semester’s
trip will be over the Thanksgiving holiday break. The group plans to go
to an orphanage in Mexico to cook Thanksgiving dinner for the kids. Along
with cooking dinner, the group plans to build a soccer field! All interested
students please see Mr. Armentano in G105.
CSF:
Congratulations, new members! Your first mandatory CSF meeting will be
on tomorrow, September 5 during lunch (12:30) in F-203.
NHS:
All NHS members must maintain a record of 10 hours of community service
per semester, along with a GPA of 3.5 or better. Please come to the next
meeting, on September 12, to update your records.
Wrestling Informational Meeting:
Students interested in wrestling are invited to attend an information
meeting this Wednesday, September 6, at 3:10 p.m. in Mr. Grady’s
classroom (F-104). We will discuss the season requirements, expectations,
and events. Contact Mr. Grady or Mr. Brose for more information or if
you will not be able to attend the meeting. Go ECHS White Tiger wrestling!
Girls’ Basketball:
A Girl’s Basketball meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 12
at 6:30 p.m. in Room C-201
(Mr. Brose’s room). If you’re interested in being a part of
the 2006-2007 ECHS White Tiger girls’ basketball team, come to this
important meeting. We will discuss the season requirements, expectations,
and games. Contact Mr. Brose or Chris Keyser for more information or if
you will not be able to attend the meeting. Go ECHS White Tiger Girls’
Basketball!
Coming Events:
Thursday (9/7), Student Pictures
Thursday (9/7), TCP Meeting, 3:05 p.m., E101
Monday (9/11), Patriots Day Assembly, 2:00 p.m., The Commons
Friday (9/15), End of Grading Period
Friday (9/15), Awards Ceremony, 2:00 p.m., Commons
Modified Schedule for
Afternoon Assembly
8:05 – 8:55 First Period
9:00 – 9:50 Second Period
Nutrition Break
10:00 – 10:10 SSR
10:10 – 10:55 Third Period
11:00 – 11:45 Fourth Period
Lunch
12:20 – 1:05 Fifth Period
1:10 – 1:55 Sixth Period
2:00 - 2:55 Assembly
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