Calhoun County Middle/High School

Glenville State University will be hosting their annual college fair on September 13th. Calhoun juniors and seniors are invited to attend. There will be recruiters from various colleges and universities around West Virginia, as well as military recruiters. Interested students must sign up and have a signed parent permission form by the end of the day on the 12th. The sign up sheet and permission form can be found in Mrs. Winkler's room. We will depart CMHS @8:15 and return in the afternoon before the dismissal bell. Lunch will be provided by GSU. For more information or questions, please call or email Megan Winkler at 304-354-6148 ext 216, megan.winkler@k12.wv.us

Greetings from Senator Capito’s office! Last year, approx. 19 students attending or who have attended schools in Berkeley, Brooke, Cabell, Hardy, Harrison, Jefferson, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marion, Mercer, Monongalia, Monroe, Ohio, and Putnam county received appointments to United States Service Academies and Preparatory Schools and began their journeys this summer. WV students graduated from U.S. Service Academies in 2023 and are moving forward to wonderful careers in various fields. Our WV students are more than capable of meeting the challenge of completing these prestigious institutions, but they must be aware of these opportunities in order to take advantage of them. The key to a student’s success (besides academic, physical, and extracurricular achievements) is being informed about potential opportunities at these educational institutions and starting the information gathering process as early as possible. An appointment to a U.S. Service Academy is a fully funded education opportunity valued from $240,000 to more than $400,000. We are writing to request that you spread the word to your students that Academy Day 2023 will be held for any and all students, parents and school officials interested in learning more about U.S. service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Military/West Point, Naval). We will also have representatives from local ROTC programs on hand to discuss ROTC scholarship opportunities. Mock interviews will be offered and a representative from the Dept. of Defense’s Medical Examination Review Board will join us on Saturday, September 23, 2023 and Sunday, September 24, 2023. Academy Day is an opportunity for students, parents, and school officials to ask questions and obtain information regarding the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy as well as the ROTC scholarship process. No Registration Required. Students who want to attend a prestigious U.S. Service Academy or ROTC program are generally more successful when they begin planning courses and extracurricular activities early in their academic career. Please attend and encourage middle and high school aged students and parents to attend. Charleston Area Southern WV Eastern Panhandle Northern WV Saturday, September 16, 2023 Sunday, September 17, 2023 Saturday, September 23, 2023 Sunday, September 24, 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM South Charleston HS 1 Eagle Way S. Charleston, WV 25309 Woodrow Wilson HS 400 Stanaford Rd Beckley, WV 25801 Spring Mills HS 499 Campus Drive Martinsburg, WV 25404 Bridgeport HS 515 Johnson Avenue Bridgeport, WV 26330 Representatives will be ready to answer questions regarding the educational, physical and recreational requirements to attend these prestigious institutions or obtain an ROTC scholarship. My office will also address the nomination process. I have attached a flyer regarding Academy Day 2023 that you are welcome to forward, print, post (Facebook, Schoology, etc), and/or distribute. Additionally, a packet was mailed or dropped off to school principals and counselors in mid-August 2023 containing flyers to post and distribute. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you for your time and assistance! Sincerely, Kali Vernon Office of Senator Shelley Moore Capito United Center 500 Virginia Street East Suite 950 Charleston, WV 25301 304.347.5372 Phone 304.347.5371 Fax

US Senator Shelly Moore Capito Invites you to Academy Days 2023 All WV students, parents, and teachers are invited to meet with admissions represetatives from US Service Academies, ROTC Scholarship programs, and the Dept. of Defense Medical Examination Review Board. Saturday, September 16 @ 2:00 South Charleston High School Sunday, September 17 @ 2:00 Woodrow Wilson High School Saturday, September 23 @ 2:00 Spring Mills High School Sunday, September 24 @ 2:00 Bridgeport High School See Ms. Sampson for more details.

Good evening, Yesterday's flash flooding on the southern end of the County has impacted students and their families. If you have a Calhoun County Schools' student in your household that was effected with the need for clean up or basic needs, please contact Destiney Montgomery,Psychsocial Coordinator with MHHS and Calhoun County Schools at destiney.murphy@mhhs.healthcare. Mrs Montgomery will be working with Communities in Schools staff, Calhoun FRN, and the Office of Emergency Services to broker supports for families.

Bus 11 is running 20-30min late due to a mechanical issue.

South end buses will be delayed. This includes Buses 10, 26, 5, 6, 12, and 20. Rt16 is covered with water in multiple places. We are continuously monitoring the road, and will update. We request student drivers who live past Brannon straight, do not attempt to go home. Thank you, and be safe.

Attn: Current High School Juniors and Seniors (2023-2024) School Year! The FBI Pittsburgh Division is happy to announce our division will be hosting four in-person Teen Academies this fall. The dates and locations for the 2023 Fall Program are below: FBI Charleston, WV Teen Academy; October 18, 2023 FBI Huntington, WV Teen Academy; October 19, 2023 FBI Pittsburgh, PA Teen Academy; October 26, 2023 FBI Martinsburg, WV Teen Academy; November 2, 2023 Teen Academy is a one-day hands-on program for current High School Juniors and Seniors (2023-2024 school year) who live within the FBI Pittsburgh Division’s area of responsibility in Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Teen Academy is a chance for youth to learn about the FBI and what a variety of career paths in the FBI would entail. Selected students are offered insight into a number of topics and specialties, including the importance of making good choices when using online communication platforms, federal law violations the FBI investigates, requirements of all FBI applicants, and the FBI’s domestic and international roles. Students will also enjoy various hands-on experiences involving specialized areas of the FBI, such as our Evidence Response Team. After completing the class, students are more aware of challenges their communities face, better understand how the FBI serves their region, and are prepared to mentor their peers. Please visit the following link to view a sneak peek of our Teen Academy program and to download an official application, which includes an essay requirement. When you click on the city of your choice, make sure you scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the link to download the file, complete the application on your computer and return via e-mail to the POCs listed below. FBI TEEN ACADEMY APPLICATIONS - FALL 2023 Application dates vary. See the site above for more information. Pittsburgh applications should be sent to: fatrovato@fbi.gov Charleston, Huntington, & Martinsburg applications should be sent to: wnbarnhart@fbi.gov Please contact me with any questions you may have. Regards, Whitney Whitney N. Barnhart Community Outreach Specialist FBI Pittsburgh – Charleston Resident Agency E-mail: wnbarnhart@fbi.gov Desk: 304.346.2432 Cell: 412.334.1979

The 6th grade social studies Preamble Challenge was a success. It was great to hear students recite the Preamble last Friday, on the first day of school, while others took the weekend and recited it on Monday. Raffle tickets were given, and prizes were awarded in each class. ~Mr. Cosgrove

Lifetouch will be here MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2023 to take student portraits. Senior and underclassmen will be taken on this day. Senior portraits will be formal (drapes, shirt, tie, and jacket) for senior students and those items will be provided by Prestige Portraits that day. Please plan to get your picture taken that day even if you don't plan to purchase the pictures so that your picture will be in the yearbook.

Reminder: CMHS PTO meeting is tomorrow Aug 22nd at 5:00 in the Commons Area. We will be electing new officers. Hope to see you there! Required Parent Volunteer training will be provided to those in attendance.

Dear Families, Calhoun County High School students are invited to join us on an upcoming educational travel experience to Puerto Rico in April 2024! All details will be covered in our informational meeting. Meeting Details: Date: August 30, 2023 Time: 6pm Location: Calhoun High School Commons Area Information Covered: itinerary, activities, dates, academic opportunities, cost, and EF's risk free enrollment period. It is mandatory to register for the meeting if you think you may be interested in going on the trip. Please scan the QR code below or type the link in your browser to register. https://bit.ly/44TZcBY There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Thanks, Debra McClain High School Social Studies Teacher

This is a reminder from Trudi Anderson your school nurse that all 7th and 12th graders need to be up to date on the current immunization Requirements. This includes Tdap and Meningitis. You must be up to date on the first day of school or you will need to be excluded from school and extra curricular activities until they are up to date. If you have any questions you can call my office at 354-6148 ex 219. Looking forward to a wonderful school year!

NO High School volleyball practice this evening due to storms. There will be practice tomorrow, Tuesday, August 8 at 3:30 to 530. Please make sure to bring physicals. ~Emilee Nichols, Athletic Director

Dear CMS 6th Graders, Mr. Cosgrove couldn't wait to see you and begin teaching you in two weeks. He's ready to get started NOW! Please see the following message from him: Sixth Grade Social Studies Students Your teacher can’t wait to get started Preamble Challenge! The first thing I want you to learn this year is, who’s the boss in this country. The Constitution tells you the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government, and exactly how the government works. It is explained in the articles and amendments. However, who is in charge, and the goals of the Constitution, are given in the first paragraph, called the Preamble to the Constitution. In fact, the first three words will tell you who is in charge. Your job: memorize the Preamble, and recite it to me on the first day of class, August 18th. If you do recite it, you will get 3-raffle tickets. I have to give the kids a chance that didn’t get to see this, and will tell them on the 18th. They only have until the 21st for 2 tickets. At least three prizes will be given to each class. I’m a poor teacher so don’t expect too much (basketball, fishing pole type stuff). If you are shy that first day, you can work with a friend and recite it together (you don’t have to recite it in front of the whole class, but, I hope you do). Have fun with this, don’t panic, it is not mandatory. Enjoy the rest of your summer. I’ll get back to my lesson plans… Mr. Dan Cosgrove The Preamble We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

For Calhoun County Middle High School Students in grades 6-12 interested in doing cross country; practice begins Monday, July 31st at 3pm-5pm. Meet at the barn at Calhoun County Park. Bring your physical, water bottle and appropriate clothing.

The Columbus Zoo Field Trip is expected to return back at CCMHS at 8:45 PM. We will update if anything changes.

https://www.fastweb.com/student-news/articles/july-checklist-for-soon-to-be-high-school-seniors

On April 19th, Mason Siwicki competed in the Trig-Star math competition at Glenville State University. The event was supported by the WV Society of Professional Surveyors and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. After receiving 1st place at GSU, his score was compared with other winners across the state. He was notified this week that of all the participants in WV, he was ranked the top scorer. Later this month Mason will be taking the National Trig-Star exam representing WV.

The week of June 11th-16th Emily Anderson attended American Legion Auxiliary WV Rhododendron Girls State. Throughout the six days she listened to guest speakers including Senator Shelley Moore Capito and other WV state elected officials. She participated in learning about our state government and learned many leadership skills. Girls State has a mock election, where Emily ran for the House of Delegates. She was elected into the House among her peers. With this, she made history and was given the opportunity to take part in the very first joint Legislative session between Mountaineer Boys State and Rhododendron Girls State. The bill that she took part on passed through both the House and the Senate. It was titled Community Mental Health Initiative. This bill extended access to facilities and services for mental health in the state of WV. Emily said “It was one of the best things I have ever experienced, and Girls State will always hold a special place in my heart!” Emily is a senior at Calhoun Middle High School and is the daughter of Shannon and Trudi Anderson.

Congratulations to Bryant Yoak, 2nd Team Class A All-State pitcher!