Escondido Charter High School

CHARTER NOTES
Thursday and Friday, January 28 to January 29, 2010

Week 4

Senior College Planning Night: Parents of seniors and their students are invited to attend this year’s Financial Aid Presentation on Thursday, January 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in the ECHS library. ECHS has invited a certified college planning specialist to help parents navigate the financial aid process. This presentation will answer the following questions: (1) What is the financial aid equation and how does it work? (2) What are the different types of financial aid available? (3) How do I complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

SAT Prep Class: ECHS plans to offer an eight-week SAP Prep class beginning in February. Additional information, including the starting date, class time, and cost, will be promulgated in the Charter Notes sometime next week.

FAFSA: Seniors pursuing post-secondary education during the 2010-2011 school year are encouraged to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA determines eligibility to receive financial assistance to attend college. Visit www.fafsa.gov to access the online application. Although the priority deadline to file the FAFSA is March 2, seniors are encouraged to complete and submit the form by mid-February.

Cal Grant: Cal Grant eligibility is determined by information reported in the FAFSA and GPA reported to the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). ECHS will submit GPA’s to the CSAC electronically. To be included in the electronic submission, seniors (and a parent if the senior is under 18 years of age) must sign and submit the Cal Grant Information Release Form no later than this Tuesday, February 2. Completed release forms should be turned into Mrs. McCrory (TCP) or Teachers of Record (ILP).

Interested In Buying a Yearbook? There are currently less than forty copies of the book left for purchase. If sales trends continue, the yearbook supply could be sold out by the end of next month. It is impossible to order more books from the publisher, so please give your yearbook down payment (or pay off your yearbook balance) to Mr. Panlasigui or Mrs. Jones (G103 or G104) as soon as possible. Book cost is still $80.00.

Modified Schedule (TCP): There will be a modified schedule on Friday, January 29. Lunch will be longer to accommodate a staff meeting. Dismissal remains at 2:55 p.m.
Note: The schedule is attached.

Haiti Relief Fund: With the recent tragedy that has claimed the lives of numerous innocent Haitians, the demand for financial assistance is dire. As a school, we are working together to raise money in order to provide relief in Haiti. The Key Club has organized 2 ways to raise money. First, you can go to the school website and click on a link to donate money online. Secondly, collection jars have been placed in each 1st period class. We are hoping to raise $1000 as a school.

CSF: It’s CSF application time again! If you had good grades last semester, you may qualify to be a member of California’s premier academic-based service organization, the California Scholarship Federation (CSF). All grades may apply and members from previous semesters must reapply. Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Endermann in the library no later than Friday, January 29.

Attention Seniors and Juniors: We are pleased to announce that Prom 2010 will be held in the American Spirit Theater on May 1, 2010. Cost of tickets will range from $30-$40 depending on the purchasing date. Additional information will be included in future Charter Notes. We look forward to seeing all of you there.

Junior Miss Scholarship: The San Diego Junior Miss (SDJM) organization is looking for outstanding junior girls to participate in the 2010 scholarship program. The organization strives to promote personal development and reward excellence and achievement through scholarships. Additional information is posted on the scholarship bulletin board in the library. Deadline to register is February 6.

Marine Science Club: The tide pool trip has been canceled due to rain but will be rescheduled for a later date.

CAP: Check the website frequently for important news and information. See you Thursday.

Boys Basketball: Upcoming games: Thursday, January 28, JV vs. La Jolla Country Day at ECHS, 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 28, Varsity vs. SCY High at ECHS, 6:30 p.m. Friday, January 29, JV vs. Christian Life at East Valley Community Center, 3:30 p.m. TCP early release time will be 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 1, Varsity at St. Joseph’s, 6:30 p.m. Please contact Coach Tanksley at (760) 445-2704 or by email at gerard.tanksley@viasat.com with any questions. Go White Tigers!!

Boys Soccer: Upcoming game: Thursday, January 28, Calvin Christian at ECHS, 5:30 p.m. Friday, January 29, Tri-City at ECHS, 4:00 p.m. Questions? Please contact Jorge Vasquez via e-mail at jvasquez@echs.org. Go White Tigers!!

Football: Preserve the 2009 season memories!! Varsity Highlight videos are now available in the Front Office for a $10 donation.

Girls Basketball: Upcoming games: Monday, February 1, ECHS vs. St. Joseph’s at Woodland Park, 6:00 p.m. Questions? Please contact Coach Keyser at (760) 740-0209 or by email at cakeyser@sbcglobal.net. Go White Tigers!!

Girls Soccer: Upcoming games: Thursday, January 28, Varsity vs. Calvin Christian, 3:30 p.m. TCP early release time will be 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 5, Varsity vs. San Diego Jewish Academy at ECHS, 3:30 p.m. TCP early release time will be 2:30 p.m. Please contact Jorge Torres via e-mail at jtorres@echs.org with any questions. Go White Tigers!!

Softball: Voluntary Saturday workout clinics will be held on Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Washington Park Field. Take advantage!! Tryouts will be on Saturday, February 20, 8:00 a.m. at Washington Park Field. Make sure to turn in your Athletic Handbook prior to try-outs!! Any questions, please contact Coach Boyer at (760) 801-6342.

Swim: There will be a parent and student information meeting on Thursday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Student Union. If you are interested in being a part of our swim program, please don’t miss this meeting! Questions?? Contact Coach John McGlinn at (760) 390-4173.

Track: There will be a parent and student information meeting on Wednesday, February 3 at 6:30 p.m. in Room C201. If you are interested in being a part of our track program, please don’t miss this meeting! Any questions, contact Coach Katie Panek at (760) 715-2794.

Wrestling: Upcoming tournaments: Saturday, January 30, Monte Vista JV Tournament, weigh-in time 6:30 a.m. Please contact John Burnes at (760) 703-2790 with any questions. Go White Tigers!!

Coming Events:
Friday (2/5), TCP End of First Grading Period
Friday (2/12), Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday, School Closed
Monday (2/15), President’s Day Holiday, School Closed

Traditional Classroom Program
Extended Lunch Period Schedule
January 29, 2010
Period Time

Zero 7:15 – 8:00
Break
First 8:05 – 9:00
Second 9:05 –10:00
Break
Third 10:10 –11:05
Fourth 11:10 –12:05
Lunch
Fifth 1:00 – 1:55
Sixth 2:00 – 2:55