From the Principal's Office
CHS Staff is excited to welcome all Bulldogs back for the start of the ‘25-’26 school year! We spent our professional development days leading up to school learning how Artificial Intelligence can support efficiencies for staff and creating a plan for continued training and piloting of student use of AI as we move through the school year. In addition, we reviewed our continuing and new commitments for the year tied to our District Strategic Plan around Instruction, Student Well-being and Parent/Community Engagement. This monthly newsletter will:
Update you on our goals and progress
Introduce you to our programs, services, systems and staff
Provide you with reminders on important school events
Showcase Bulldogs in our community shining in the classroom, extracurriculars and the community.
From the Dean's Office
Mrs. Carlson and Mr. Groce are thrilled to kick off the new school year as your new Deans of Students! You’ll see them around campus—in the hallways, the parking lot, at games and events, and even in classrooms—teaching and helping make CHS a great place to learn and grow.
A quick reminder for lunch off-campus:
If you're heading out during lunch, please make sure to return on time. Plan ahead for possible delays like trains or traffic—these are not valid excuses for being late to class. Being punctual shows respect for your teachers and classmates. 9th graders are not allowed to leave during lunch.
We care deeply about our CHS students.
Sometimes that means addressing behavior when needed, but it always comes from a place of wanting the best for you. We’re here to support your success every step of the way.
And a shoutout to our students:
You've been doing an awesome job putting phones away and staying focused during instruction. Whether it's resisting the pull of social media or games like Clash Royale 😉, your efforts are making a difference. Keep it up!
From the School Counselors
College Planning Night is September 24 at 6:00 pm in the CHS Commons.
This event is specific for 11th and 12th grade parents and students wanting to learn about how to apply for college. Any questions, see Ms. Fall
Seniors are invited to meet with college recruiters visiting CHS.
The following recruiters will be available:
Sept 9-Central Washington University
Sept 17-Grand Canyon University
Sept 25-Western Washington University
Sept 30-Eastern Washington University
Recruiter visits will be held during class time in the guidance office.
Sign up sheets will be on the CHS Guidance Office windows. Any questions, see Ms. Fall.
Free/Reduced Meal Application & benefits to you
Think your student might qualify for free/reduced meals? Apply now—it's a win-win! Even if your student isn’t eating at school, qualifying helps fund our food services and programs. Plus, if your student qualifies for free or reduced meals, they may also qualify for fee waivers for Running Start, certain college applications, and other benefits. To apply for free/reduced meals, click HERE and follow the link for the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefits Application.
Department/CTE Program Spotlight
The Career and Technical Education Programs at CHS have been buzzing with activities all summer long! Students continued their CTE successes throughout the summer competing at the national level in various organizations. Wyatt Nelson and Mr. Kert spent a week in Anaheim, CA competing in FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) while Kate Croci, Emily Swanson and Mrs. Swanson traveled to Orlando, FL for FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) Nationals. Students in FFA worked diligently all summer raising pigs, goats and sheep and are gearing up for a busy and rewarding week at the Chelan County Fair.
Agriculture Education: Animal Production Science, Ag Science and Ag Mechanics are all off to a great start. Nearly 70 FFA students will be showing livestock this week at the Chelan County Fair. Mr. Finch and Mr. Odenrider are setting the bar high in each of their classes and extended learning opportunities to kick off the school year.
Business & Marketing Education: Students are learning the school store (Mr. G’s) point of sale system under the direction of Mr. Eygabroad, our new business and marketing teacher. Personal Finance and Computer Coding students are also gearing up for a great semester of learning with Mr. Kert.
Family and Consumer Sciences Education: Early Childhood Education students are also off to a great start this school year. Students are focusing on characteristics of quality educators and role modeling and will begin their experience working in Vale Elementary classrooms next week. Personal Choices students are “moving in” to Swansonville, a living on your own simulation, under the direction of Mrs. Swanson
Health Sciences: Mr. Mongeon has a full class of Sports Medicine students, eager to learn proper injury prevention and recovery techniques. Ninth graders are already into learning about the body systems in their Health class. Students are learning anatomy and physiology, along with practical skills on keeping their physical body healthy, taught by Ms. Story, our new health sciences teacher.
Skilled & Technical Sciences: Students in construction are in their first week of being trained and prepped on safety protocols in the shop. They’ll be constructing and building their first projects soon. Mr. Stewart is also leading students in robotics and engineering design this semester.
Employability Matters! In all CTE programs at CHS, employability will be an important factor of student grades. Our goal is to provide students with a learning environment that prepares them for life after high school. Employability is part of 21st Century Skills and Leadership Development. All CTE students are expected to show up on time, stay on task and treat the classroom like it’s their workplace!
CHS Learning with AI
CHS staff spent two days of professional development in late August learning about efficiencies that can support their instruction through the AI tools in Magic School. This secure district AI platform offers teachers and students potential support in teaching and learning with teacher controls that ensure responsible use. We will spend quarter one as a staff learning about these tools for teaching and learning, and pilot use with students in a few classes. Know that we are taking our time developing clear expectations for responsible use with adults and students alike, and that our North Star is ensuring that students graduate with skills and habits of mind that support their continued success beyond CHS where we know responsible use of AI will be a critical skill. We will update you monthly via this newsletter as we lay the foundations for responsible use of this tool in our school.
Students' Spotlight
A message for freshmen from ASB President Eliana Thomas:
You’re at a pivotal moment in your life, transitioning into young adulthood and gaining new freedoms. You'll discover more about yourself and how those around you influence your journey.
Here are three key insights I wish I had when starting high school:
Not everyone needs to be your friend. As a people pleaser, I tried to please everyone in my freshman year, which was exhausting. It's impossible to make everyone like you. Focus on being kind to everyone, but don’t stress about winning everyone’s approval.
You can explore different interests each year. Freshman year is just the beginning; you’re never stuck! Get involved in various activities to discover what makes you happy. Changing your path is perfectly fine.
Change is natural—for you and your friends. As you grow, your interests and friendships may shift. This can be hard, but it’s a chance to find those who truly support you and help you uncover your talents. While losing some friends may be sad, you’ll also gain new ones who resonate with who you are becoming.
Clubs/Programs Spotlight
Yearbook - The school year has just started but there are two critical deadlines that merit your attention.
- October 3rd is the deadline for purchasing your yearbook for the discounted price of $50
- Senior photos are due November 3rd. Your photographer will need to know your deadline to ensure delivery.
From the School Nurse
This year we are asking you to complete our student health form via Google Forms. We hope this makes it easier for you to communicate your student’s medical needs in a timely manner. Find the link HERE: Please complete this form in September so that we can best support your student.
Important Dates & Reminders
09/01/25 - No School - Labor Day
09/03/25 - Booster Club BBQ 6:00 p.m. - football stadium
09/17/25 - PAC Kick-Off Meeting 6:00 p.m. - CHS Community Center
09/18/25 - Honor Society American Red Cross Blood Drive - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Gym
09/24/25 - LATE START - Classes Begin at 10:00 a.m.
09/24/25 - College Planning Night in CHS Community Center 6:00 p.m.
09/26/25 - Extended Reward Lunch for Students (Goal Achieved 24-25)
Contact Us
Please share any questions/feedback at cmackenzie@cashmere.wednet.edu
From the Principal's Office: CHS is off to a great school year! We welcomed the Class of 2028 on August 26th and provided them with a ...
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