Registration for 5th grade's "Parents' Night Out" is closed! They will not be able to take any registrations at the door. 5th grade would like to extend a big "thank you" to everyone who registered. It will be a fun night!
Our music department has been busy! On top of ILMEA, members of the chorus were selected through an audition to perform at the Marion Junior High Vocal Fall Festival. Two of our students, Pheobe Gawlick and Emmaleigh Sherrod, were selected to perform a solo and be recognized as featured singers! Congratulations!
If you would like to see these talented musicians and more perform, the Winter Concert will be held in the high school gym on Wednesday, December 11 at 6 PM!
TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ORDER!!
Are you in need of some Bearcat Apparel for a Christmas gift? 🧡💙 We have you covered! Below is a link for an online Bearcats Spirit Wear store. The store will close next Tuesday, November 26th, at 11:59pm. So you need to make your purchases ASAP! We expect the items to be shipped during the week of December 16th, and in time for Christmas gifts. For the embroidered items at the bottom of the store, there is the option for the Bearcat Paw ($8 upcharge) or the Bearcat Mascot ($20 upcharge due to the amount of stitching). The items can be shipped to the school for free or to your home for a shipping fee. https://christopherwinter2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
The Holiday Shop is returning to CES next week! The shop will be open during school hours for students to shop for family and friends.
A few of our students were selected to perform at the Illinois Music Educators Association District Festival on Saturday! Pheobe Gawlick performed as an alto and Xavier Gawlick performed as a baritone for the Junior Mixed Chorus, and Emmaleigh Sherrod performed as an alto for the Junior Treble Chorus. Congratulations!
Important Reminders:
Tuesday, November 26: Early dismissal at 2 PM
No school November 27 - 29 for Thanksgiving Break. Students return from break on Monday, December 2.
The Christopher High School FCCLA is hosting a Thanksgiving Produce Box Sale. Scan the QR Code and go to Christopher High School to purchase. Pick up will be on Saturday November 23 from 3:30-5:30 PM.
Drama Cats will be holding auditions for Matilda, Jr. in December! Make sure to have your song and monologue prepared to audition.
Are you in need of some Bearcat Apparel for a Christmas gift? We have you covered!
Below is a link for an online Bearcats Spirit Wear store. The store will close next Tuesday, November 26th, at 11:59pm. So you need to make your purchases ASAP! We expect the items to be shipped during the week of December 16th, and in time for Christmas gifts.
For the embroidered items at the bottom of the store, there is the option for the Bearcat Paw ($8 upcharge) or the Bearcat Mascot ($20 upcharge due to the amount of stitching). The items can be shipped to the school for free or to your home for a shipping fee.
https://christopherwinter2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Please see the attached information about Angel Tree sign up.
Reminder that there is no school tomorrow!
Mark your calendars! Meet the Bearcats is on November 16 at the CHS Gym. Join us as we introduce CHS & CES basketball, cheer, and pep band for the upcoming season.
Important dates for November!
The CES 8th grade class 50/50 raffle is still running. As of today, the winner will take home $905! The drawing will be held on December 19 during halftime of the CES basketball game. Contact Adrea Petro at apetro@cpher99.org for details.
As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow, 10/25/24, due to a teacher institute day.
Three of our Jr. High Softball players made the All-Conference team! This is a huge accomplishment that is hard to achieve. Congratulations to these awesome athletes!
CES fall picture retakes are tomorrow! Anyone needing a picture for the yearbook or needing a new picture taken, may do so tomorrow.
Cross Country, Band, and Chorus will also have pictures taken.
Good morning. Earlier today, district administration was made aware that a student brought one 9mm bullet to school at CES. Local law enforcement and the CES threat assessment team were immediately contacted.
Please know the student did not make any threats, and it was determined no students are in danger. We simply write to inform you of this incident because it is our belief to be honest and transparent with parents about what happens at school.
Our district takes this matter very seriously and disciplinary actions will be taken in accordance with state law and our school code. The safety and security of our students will always be our top priority.
Lastly, we believe this situation is a good opportunity for you to talk to your child or children about bringing inappropriate items to school and the potential disciplinary action that could result from bringing prohibited items to school. When speaking to your child or children, please remind them if they see something, say something. Today’s incident was resolved in a quick and safe manner because students reported the incident to administration.
A few reminders!
-Tomorrow is an early dismissal at 2:00 PM.
-Friday is the Homecoming Parade at 1:15 PM. Notes have been sent home with details about dismissal at CES.
-No school next week for Fall Break: October 14 - 18. Students return to school on October 21.
-Tuesday, October 22: CES Picture Retakes
Homecoming week is upon us! Show your school spirit by participating in the CES dress up days.
*Friday will also be a hat day in conjunction with Bearcat Spirit Day. For a $1 donation, you may wear a hat during the school day. The donation will go to hurricane victims.
