Picture Day - Sep 4th

Chadron High School

Picture Day

Wednesday, September 4th

Students will soon be able to pick up a packet with ordering and price information at the office.

CHS Matches Highest ACT Average In Years!

I've had the chance to look at the ACT scores of our 2013 graduates which was recently released. I probably should not say that I was surprised ... but I was surprised when I saw our highest ACT Composite average in many years!

When looking at this data, an important piece to interpret is the number (or percent) of graduates who have taken an ACT. Nebraska ranks very high with typically around 75% (last year an amazing 84%) of graduates that have taken an ACT compared to Eastern states that might have as few as 10-30%.  As you can imagine, if a school (or state) has, say 50% of graduates take the ACT, chances are that they are high performing students. Whereas a state like Colorado, that is one of several states where 100% of graduates take the ACT, will typically have a lower overall average.

With that said, Chadron High School consistently has 90-95% of graduating seniors that have voluntarily taken the ACT.  This past year was no different. Here's a summary of our data with comparisons to trends from past years that I've managed to find.

2013 National Average:    20.9
2013 Nebraska Average:   21.5
2013 Chadron Average:  22.7

Chadron High School Historical Trend of ACT Composite Averages

• 2013   22.7
• 2012   21.4
• 2011   21.9
• 2010   22.8
• 2009   20.6
• 2008   21.3
• 2007   20.6
• 2006   21.9
• 2005   20.2
• 2004   21.5
• 2003   21.0
• 2002   22.3

This year, ACT has updated the 'college readiness benchmark scores', making minor changes to the English and Science benchmarks. Benchmark scores are set through collaborative research with postsecondary institutions nationwide to show student readiness for college-level coursework.

Percent Of Students Meeting All Four Benchmarks (English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science):

• CHS   36%
• State   28%

As you can imagine, we are very proud of the academic achievements we have been maintaining. We strive each year to improve our system approach to student learning beginning in elementary grades all the way through our high school classrooms.

A special thanks to all of our teachers and students for their efforts!!!

For parents or students specifically interested in ACT preparation, I'd encourage you to visit with our guidance office for materials and to utilize some of the many online test prep materials including the ACT Online Prep.

FFA Fundraiser Next Saturday!

CHS Open House - Tuesday, Aug 20th

Please join us:

Tuesday, August 20th

6:00-7:30p

  

For all CHS families to come meet our staff and tour our school.

Student iPad Resources

In our efforts to streamline our communication as well as collaborate and share with each other, the apps listed below are chosen to help you in your classes/studies.

You were notified that all 'email' communication between you and your teacher will be handled with your school email ONLY. Your school email consists of your Student ID (ten numbers) in the front of @chadronschools.net. If you are having issues with finding your student id you are always welcome to ask Mrs. Hinrichs, Mrs. Larson, or Mrs. Berry. If you are having issues getting in to your email please ask Mr. Paopao or Mr. Mittleider.

The following apps shown in the picture below, if not already, you will need to download/install from the App Store. The apps are completely FREE and are very easy to use. If you have questions in regards to the app please make sure to ask your teachers.

From right to left: Google Drive, Note Anytime, Evernote, StudyBlue

Google Drive

Because we are a GAFE (Google Apps For Education) district we rely heavily on the use of this application. With this app simple documents and spreadsheets can be created and shared amongst teachers and students. The app primarily serves as a sharing and collaboration place for the majority of your teachers, so they will be expecting you to have this app downloaded/installed onto your iPad. 

Note Anytime

Made popular by your very own Mr. Bach, this app will serve you best for note taking, annotating/editing on top of .pdf's, sketching, etc. Because of its versatility along with its ease of use, this go to app will benefit you greatly.

Evernote

Like Note Anytime, this app also serves the purpose of taking notes, saving and sharing of notes as well as the ability to record audio and/or video as notes. This app develops your archiving and organizational skills.

StudyBlue

This simple app serves the purpose of your study buddy. Teachers will create and share audio or visual flashcards that you can use to study with. You can also create your own flashcards that you can share with others to help you study for that very important test/quiz. 

First Day of School Schedule!

Here's a quick review of the high school schedule for our first day of school.

Thursday, August 15

• 7:55 - 8:30   General Assembly for all Students in Auditorium

• 8:30 - 9:30   Block 1
• 8:30 - 8:58  1A
• 9:03 - 9:30  1B

• 9:35 - 10:35  Block 2

• 10:40 - 11:40  Block 3

• 11:40 - 12:20  Lunch

• 12:20 - 1:30   Block 4

Friday, August 16

• Will be the normal 1:30 Dismissal Schedule