Charter Notes

Thursday and Friday, May 17 to May 18, 2012
 
Week 19

Summer School (TCP): Summer school will be held from June 6 through June 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Students who need to attend summer school will be notified in late May.

Need More PE Credits (TCP)? Take Summer ISPE and earn 5 credits upon completion. To participate in Summer ISPE you must attend the meeting on Wednesday May 23 from 3:00 - 3:15 in F202 and turn in a contract before the last day of school.

Yearbooks (TCP): There are a few yearbooks left for purchase.  Don’t miss out!  Purchase at the Main Office for $85 with either exact cash or a check made out to ECHS ASB.

Final Transcripts: Seniors, remember all college admissions offers are provisional pending receipt of a final transcript that includes second semester senior year grades. Transcripts are not automatically sent, so you must fill out and submit a final transcript request form available in the library (TCP) or main office (ILP). You will need the admissions office address for the college you plan to attend in order to complete the form. Note: Seniors who fail to meet the final transcript deadline published by the college they plan to attend will likely have their offer of admission rescinded.   

Junior Schedules (TCP): Mrs. McCrory is meeting individually with current sophomores this week regarding junior year course selection. Mrs. McCrory will meet with students during periods 1-6, but also invites sophomores to stop by her office during lunch or after-school to maximize the number of students she is able to meet with each day.   

Memorial Day Assembly: TCP students will participate in a Memorial Day Assembly on Friday, May 25, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. in the theater.
    Note: The modified schedule is attached.

Semester Finals (TCP): Second semester final exams will be given on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, May 29-31. The finals for periods 1 and 2 will be held on Tuesday, for periods 3 and 4 on Wednesday, and for periods 5 and 6 on Thursday. Dismissal will be at 12:00 p.m. after textbooks are returned.
        
Books and Lockers (TCP):
1.    Books: All textbooks must be checked in on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, May 29, 30, and 31,
       at the end of the school day. Seniors must return all books by 1:30 p.m. on May 30. Parents will be
       billed for all missing and damaged books.
2.    Lockers: All lockers must be emptied, cleaned out, and locked shut at the end of the school day on Thursday, May 31.

Last Day of School (TCP): Friday, June 1, is the last day of school and filled with several important events.
1.    Scholars Breakfast: All students with a 3.5 GPA or higher for both semesters are invited to attend the Scholars’ Breakfast. Student attendance is by invitation only.
2.    Awards Assembly: All students are required to attend the Awards Assembly on Friday, June 1. Please
       report to your first period class at 10:00 a.m. for roll call.
3.    Graduation: Commencement for the TCP will be held on the athletic field on Friday, June 1. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 p.m. All seniors are requested to be present at the field no later than 6:15 p.m.

Attention Seniors (TCP): Don’t miss out on Grad Night 2012!  There will be games and competitions with great prizes, and party favors for all. Come and enjoy the celebration with your classmates.  Tickets will go on sale Monday May 14, and will be sold Monday, Wednesday and Friday for two weeks. They will be on sale at lunch at a cost of $50. Be sure to pick up a permission slip in the office for the Henna Tattoo Artist.  If you have any questions feel free to contact Kathryn Helstrom at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

AP Exams: The World History and Macro Economics AP Exams will be administered Thursday, May 17. Students should report to Room D201 at 8:00 a.m. Note: No cell phones are permitted in the testing room.

Dress Code: With the weather warming up, there has been an increase in dress code violations. Students who violate the dress code will have their parents contacted and required to change clothes before being permitted to return to class.
 
Green Careers and Engineers: Green careers and engineering are two of the fastest growing industry sectors. Both fields will demand innovation and critical thinking. Solutions Exploring Success Post High School is hosting an evening seminar to enlighten future change makers about the possibilities in the green and engineering work forces. The seminar is free to attend and will take place on Tuesday, May 29 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Del Norte High School.  

Friends Across Borders Program: It is our pleasure to invite students (both TCP and ILP) to join Friends Across Borders (FAB). ECHS is partnering with IEM to recruit international students. As the program builds, we are trying to integrate American students to share cultures and create friendships. Involvement includes being partnered with an international student to develop a friendship through lunches, group meetings (ran by students), and larger activities. Applications are available in the main office and to be turned into Ms. Murrell in room B101. Involvement begins during the summer with optional activities, and the group starts up officially in August. An Information session will be held on Friday, May 18 from 3-4p.m. in room B101.

Summer Employment: A local Mary Kay Sales Director is looking for a reliable, trustworthy student with good telephone manners and strong computer skills to help with customer calls, general office work, and managing a website. Position entails 3-4 hours of work per week with a starting wage of $8 per hour. Interested students should contact Kathy Oliviera at 760-738-0506.

SAT Test Prep: The Princeton Review course offered through IEM will be held June 4 through June 28 from 2pm to 4 pm (Monday – Thursday). The class costs $500 per student (includes study materials, 32 hours of instruction, practice tests, and online materials). There are 8 spaces available for Americans (with preference to students in the Peer Mentor program and host families with students at Charter). Contact the Main Office to sign up or request more information.  

ECHS Alumni Scholarship: REMINDER: Applications for the ECHS Alumni Association scholarship are due to Ms. Welch by 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22. Applicants must write a one-page essay, and obtain three teacher endorsements. Late applications will not be accepted. Questions? Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

NHS: Come share your ideas for the upcoming year with our new NHS officers at the last meeting of the year, which will also be a year-end potluck! Bring side dishes, drinks, or desserts. The event will be on Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at 12:30 pm around F203.

Town & Country: Only two weeks remain for T&C service. The last day for T&C will be on May 29 (finals week) at 12:15 pm. Service on that special day will include pizza and will end at 3:00.

Food Drive: Key Club is hosting a food drive for Interfaith from now until May 18 and would greatly appreciate your involvement! The foods donated will go to support those in need in and around Escondido. If you would like to help, please drop off non-perishable food items such as canned beans, pasta sauce, pasta, rice, and peanut butter into the designated boxes, located in Mrs. Dunlap’s room and the front office.

FAVE Festival: Reidy Creek Elementary will be hosting an art festival on May 18 from 5-8 pm and is in need of volunteers! You will be assisting the students in crafts and games. If you are interested in volunteering, stop by Mrs. Dunlap´s room, E200, and fill out a form before May 10.

Interested in playing Girls’ Volleyball this fall?  We will be doing some conditioning and open gym time this summer.  If you would like more information, please email Coach Monica Shore at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your contact information, and she will ensure that you are notified about any summer volleyball activities!  Go White Tigers!

Boys Baseball: Overall records: Varsity- 16-11; JV- 7-8. Upcoming games:  Thursday, May 17, ECHS at Calvin Christian, 3:30 p.m.  TCP early release time will be 2:15 p.m.  Congratulations to our boys varsity baseball team, who have clinched the Pacific League Championship for the second straight year! Good luck in the CIF playoffs!  Go White Tigers!   Questions? Contact Coach Stockton at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Go White Tigers!

Boys Volleyball Awards Banquet: Friday, May 18, 6:30 p.m., Student Union.  Bring your parents and join us as we honor our volleyball teams for their achievements this season!  Questions?  Contact coach Bostrom at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Go White Tigers!

Girls Softball: Upcoming events:   Saturday, May 19, Alumni Softball game, 9:00 a.m., Washington Park.  Also, Saturday, May 19, Team Awards Night.  Dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m., and the awards presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m.  Bring your parents and join us!  Questions? Contact Coach Boyer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Go White Tigers!

Football Spring Training Sessions are here! Thursday, May 17-Friday, May 18, and Monday, May 21-Friday, May 25, 3:15 p.m- 4:00 p.m. in the weight room, and  4:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m., on the ECHS field. Join us as we begin the 2012 football season climbing from peak (100% work) to peak (100% performance).  Wear shorts, t-shirt, and bring football cleats.  Questions?  Contact Coach Brose at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  Go White Tigers!

Swim/Dive: Congratulations to the following students who have qualified for the CIF preliminaries: Nick Hiatt, Nathan Weir, Frankie Lentulo, Andrew Johnson, Tracey Gates, and Taylor Pamplin.  CIF Preliminaries for Swim will be held on Thursday, May 17, 4:30 p.m., at Del Norte High School.  TCP early release time will be 2:15 p.m.  The CIF diving preliminaries will be held on Friday, May 18, 2:00 p.m., at Mesa College in San Diego.   Also, Tuesday, May 22, Swim Awards Banquet, 6:30 p.m., in the student union.  Bring your parents and honor our students’ achievements!  Questions?  Contact Coach McGlynn at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Go White Tigers!

Weekend Warrior Flag Football Tournament: If you are interested in playing football for a day, come out to the first Annual Weekend Warrior Flag Football Tournament, Saturday, May 26, 8:00 a.m.- 12 noon.  There will be five rounds of great football action, plus a BBQ at the end of the tournament.  The entry cost is $25.00 per person, or $50.00 per a pre-selected team.  All proceeds will go to raise money  for  new  ECHS White Tiger football uniforms.  Please RSVP  with Coach Brose at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ,  by Friday, May 25, if you will be participating in the tournament.  Go White Tigers!

Coming Events:
    Friday (5/25), Memorial Day Assembly, Modified Schedule
    Monday (5/28), Memorial Day Holiday, No School
    Tuesday-Thursday (5/29-31), TCP Finals
    Friday (6/1) TCP Awards Ceremony, 10:15 am, Theater
    Friday (6/1), TCP Graduation Ceremony, 7 pm, Athletic Field
    Friday (6/1), TCP Grad Night, 11 pm – 6 am, Theater

Traditional Classroom Program
Memorial Day Assembly
Wednesday, May 25, 2012

Period             Time

First           8:05 - 8:55
Second       9:00 - 9:50
BREAK
SSR         10:00 - 10:10
Third        10:10 - 10:55
Fourth      11:00 - 11:45
LUNCH
Fifth         12:20 - 1:05
Sixth          1:10 - 1:55

Assembly   2:00 - 2:55

Second Semester Final Exams

Note:
1.    Students assigned to Study Hall or as a TA for a Final Exam Period should report to the Library or their Supervising Teacher respectively.
2.    All teachers are requested to ensure Blended students know the time to report for their assigned Study/Review Period and Final Exam.
3.    Student textbooks should be returned to the library at the end of the school day.