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Parent/Guardian NEWSLETTER
Good afternoon! I hope everyone is staying warm. I want to remind each of you that this Friday, January 24th, is a regular school day for students and staff due to Monday being a holiday. Also, this coming Friday, will be the last day of the three week grading period. Progress reports will be available in parent portal on Monday, January 27th. If you have questions do not hesitate to contact your student(s)' teachers. Finally, I want to congratulate the cheer team for placing 12th in the State UIL competition.
Attendance Information: If your student has been out sick, or they will miss for another reason please contact Ms. Ema Moes, CSHS Attendance Clerk. Students can have up to four parent notes per semester. One absence = one parent note. I need your help with attendance as our campus attendance for this school year is well below where it has been historically.
Dr. Notes: As we get further into our year, I need parents and guardians help in ensuring that our students turn in Dr. notes when they have Dr. appointments. If a student goes to an appointment and comes back the same day, or their appointment is at the end of a day, they can supply a Dr.’s note so the absence is excused. Dr. notes can be emailed to Ms. Moes or faxed to 254-836-1418.
Counselor Information: The 2025-2026 FAFSA application is now open. In order to help you and your student complete this graduation requirement, the counselors will be visiting Govt/Econ classes to help students create their accounts (they must have an account in order for you to complete your portion of the FAFSA) If your student is enrolled in dual credit for these courses please know they can go to their counselor for assistance. If parents and guardians want to complete the process themselves please follow this link: FAFSA Website.
Class of 2025 Cap and Gown Orders: I want to remind parents of seniors about graduation caps and gowns. These can be ordered through Herff-Jones. If your student has not ordered yet, and has questions they need to visit with Mrs. Allen in the front office. If you have questions please email Mrs. Candi Allen.
ACT School Day Test: We will be offering the ACT test during the school day for all juniors on March 25, 2025. The cost for the test is $40, which is due when signing up. To register, please click the link below: 2025 ACT Sign-Up. Additionally, a QR code will be available outside the counseling center for easy access. After you complete your registration, please make sure to visit the counseling center to submit your $40 payment. Payments can be made by cash or check.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday 1/21
Wednesday 1/22 Thursday 1/23 Meet w/ Class of 2025 Top 10%: 2nd Period Library
Friday 1/24 Regular School Day
End of the 3 week grading period
If you have any questions do not hesitate to call or email me at Dr. Max Rutherford or 836-1771.
Max Rutherford, Ed.D.
Principal
China Spring High School