Junior English students were reading about Cabeza De Vaca's expedition to America. Afterward, Ms. Dains had them create Instagram posts reacting to his findings, which included not only landing in a new area, but also in a different time period. It was a unique way to prove learning was taking place!
It's go time for Mrs. Blackburn's drama students! They are in final preparations for their fall musical, "Newsies", which will be Nov. 16 and 17 in the CCCHS auditorium.
Mrs. Thrasher's band students were hard at work this morning prepping for their upcoming winter band concert, which will take place in January. It is a talented group of kids!
Students in Mr. Nordhus' Personal Finance class won the lottery! Not really, but they did get to act like they were given $1 million. Students researched different ways to invest the money, then decided how much was going to go to where. Finally, they created pie chart medels to justify their decisions.
Inspiring Young Voices: The Flint Hills Writing Workshop impacts CCCHS students
https://kclyradio.com/clay-county/inspiring-young-voices-the-flint-hills-writing-workshop-impacts-ccchs-students/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGQg-BleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHRgTqOD8HC9gkPgm5dv2IezUyS3GiHGFSjFDQKKmj27mAstshDeSoUxDog_aem_7WRZ8syY_iTGE_frLWx1mQ
October CCCHS Tiger Talks - This is created each month by Ms. McFadden's journalism students.
The CCCHS Student Council hosted a Pancake Pop-Up this morning!
CCCHS Teacher's Aide Spotlight: Reese is an aide in Mrs. Lange's first grade classroom. "She has made so many connections with my students in and outside of the classroom," Lange says. "She encourages them and helps them read daily. She also enjoys playing with them at recess. Reese goes above and beyond as a TA! She has the biggest heart, and every child can see how much she cares. We love our time with her as she's a huge support to us all!"
CCCHS internships bring 42 seniors out into the workforce during school hours
https://kclyradio.com/clay-county/ccchs-work-based-learning/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGHi6JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHY8BwqzHVfMUkxizN6p4Q24WiYPh85cBpekgG7JqDKrB_EFx0kBzIs-CNA_aem_7TButOoKqQWKX-3y0fRBcA
Mr. Conner's classes are hard at work as always with many different projects. Although some are individual projects, others are benefitting the community. One such project is making drink coasters to give to local businesses.
The CCCHS Future Business Leaders of America went Trick-or-Treating for canned goods last night. 18 FBLA members collected a total of 411 items in only an hour! These will be delivered to the Clay Center Lighthouse. Thank you to everyone who donated items for this event!
Mr. Haist has his Strength and Conditioning classes max out at the end of each quarter in various lifts. Today was squat. The ultimate goal is to get on the Tiger Power Records board!
USD 379 QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Now that the first few weeks of school have passed, what is your child saying about school? And how can we help improve his/her experience?
https://www.usd379.org/forms/first-weeks-of-school-reflection
We are hiring! Please take a look at open positions within USD 379 and consider applying!
The first-ever CCCHS Media day was a success! Fall sports and activities got their team and "hype" photos, and Ms. McFadden's journalism students got to use some of the techniques they have been learning in her class. It was a win-win!
Did you know if you are a USD 379 bus driver...
20 hours/week gets a full single insurance policy as well as KPERS
10 hours to 40 hours a week are available for CDL drivers
CDL training is available and paid for through USD 379
Weekend and evening hours are available
Activities trips are paid from leave time to return time
Watch this video to learn more. Come join a great team and a great district!
https://youtu.be/KKo750XlOHo
USD 379 will be offering The Parent Project (for parents of kids 11 and up) and Loving Solutions (for parents of kids under age 11) starting in mid-September. Classes are free and will meet weekly over Zoom for 10 weeks. More information below!
Did you know you can look on the usd379.org website and the USD 379 app to find breakfast and lunch menus each day? This video shows you where to find them!
https://youtu.be/XwnUduaqygQ
The first day of school is here, and we want to know what makes you most excited! Whether you are a student, parent/guardian, or staff member, please let us know!
https://www.usd379.org/forms/the-first-day-of-school-is-here
Today was a big day at USD 379, as all staff took in Leader in Me training. "Year Zero" is for the adults, and "Year One" will be for the kids. It was a great day of self reflection!
