Dear Cienega Families,
November is a great time of year to pause from our busy lives, take a moment to reflect, and be thankful.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children. It truly is wonderful showing up to work everyday to help shape the lives of over 2000 teenagers.
We are thankful for our Bobcat Family here at Cienega High School. Our teachers and staff are some of the most hardworking, dedicated, school-spirit filled people around. Working beside people we respect and trust is priceless!
Each month we highlight information from our student handbook. School safety is a priority for Cienega. We practice a variety of safety drills. As a reminder, below are the different drills we conduct throughout the school year.
Shelter In Place
This is where we have NO movement throughout our campus
but teaching and learning continue
. Shelter In Place should not alarm students, staff or parents. Shelter In Place is simply a process where CHS Administration and authorities are investigating a potential situation and we need to limit movement across the campus.
Lockdown
Students and staff are instructed to lockdown, barricade doors, and remain quiet. There is NO movement, no noise and no classroom instruction.
Evacuation
Students and staff simply evacuate all buildings and exit to the perimeter of our school campus.
As always, thank you for your support in helping to get all of our students college and career ready.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Kim Middleton
Principal
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CIENEGA TINY HOUSE
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Students are starting to put the finishing touches on their Tiny House. Currently the sheetrock is in the tape and texture stage for the 398 Sq. Ft. One bedroom house, featuring 10' ceilings, a full sized bath, plank flooring and concrete counter tops.
Plans are to move the Tiny House over between the tracks on Colossal Cave Rd. after Thanksgiving break, for set-up and final touches.
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CIENEGA FFA
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National FFA Convention
: Indianapolis, IN
October 29th through November 2nd.
Members of the Horse Evaluation Team competed in a 2-day contest that involved placing halter and performance classes, oral reasons, exam and identification team activities, and presentation. Our team placed Silver.
T
his the highest placing national team we have had from Cienega FFA.
Way to go, Sheyanne Pruett, Hailey Ellison, Megan Dailey, and Samantha Reece!
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Class of 2020: Ticket to Your Future
Cap and Gown Information:
- The deadline for ordering your cap and gown is fast approaching. Go to jostons.com and order now.
Graduation Information:
- It's official! The graduation ceremony will be on Saturday May 16th at the Tucson Convention Center at 4:00 PM.
Financial Aid:
- Students and Parents should have submitted the FAFSA form by now. Do not leave any potential free money on the table. Every College bound student needs to apply even if you don't think you qualify. Go to FAFSA.ed.gov to do this now.
- Click here for a worksheet.
Colleges:
- In order to have the best chances of receiving scholarships or financial aid at any of the state universities, seniors should have already applied to these schools. Do not delay any longer if you have not yet applied. For out of state or private colleges, deadlines vary. Go to the specific college website for deadlines and information.
- Bring in your acceptance letters or enlistment paper and receive a free College Bound or Military Bound shirt to wear proudly on C2G Wednesdays and be entered into a drawing for a free iPad given away at Honors night in May.
Class of 2021: Assess the Possibilities
- Stay focused on your academics.
- Update your portfolio on Raise.me.
- Utilize test prep to prepare you for the PSAT, SAT and Act this year.
Class of 2022: Focus on the Goal
- Update your portfolio on Raise.me
- Stay active in clubs or sports and start seeking out leadership roles.
Class of 2023: Make a Commitment to Graduate
- Focus on your academics and give forth the effort to excel in every class.
- Update activities you have achieved on your Raise.me account
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The 14th Annual Vail Jingle Trail 5k and Santa's Little Helper 1k will be on Saturday, December 14th. This event benefits the
Cienega Key Club and
Ramon's Miracle on 31st Street Toy Drive. Last year we raised over 500 toys thanks in part to
Meghan McKinney who collected toys from her students! Get into the Christmas sprit with
Jeremy Vega and his choir as they sing Christmas carols during the event.
Thanks to
TSW and
Be Kind Club for the festive finisher awards for the first 400 participants of the 5k. We have awesome long sleeve t-shirts for ALL our participants. It's a great "feel good" event. We hope to see you at the
14th Annual Vail Jingle Trail 5k and Santa's Little Helper 1k!
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SCIENCE FAIR 2020
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IT'S NEVER TOO LATE FOR SCIENCE!
Still want to do science fair?
New Member of the Science National Honors Society and realizing you need to do research? It's okay, stay calm and start your project now! Come visit Mrs. Baker in room 310 for help or subscribe to the Schoology Science Fair Resources using this code
VC4X-HRP9-CBJ62.
Cienega Science Fair is Friday, January 31 from 1-3:30PM in the library. Boards can be brought in as late as that day. Keep experimenting!
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ATTENTION:
Algebra II, Algebra III, PreCalculus, and Statistics Students
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You should consider taking the Accuplacer test at Cienega. Check in with your math teacher to inquire about potentially earning extra credit! Deadline Nov. 15th to sign up with the Pima "A" number with your math teacher.
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CHS PBIS
Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports
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PBIS-Renaissance Top Cats are celebrated at CHS for achievement and living the CAT statement -- We care about each other. We are respectful and trustworthy. We take responsibility. Students earn these cards to use during the quarter. Awards include a free drink at The Coffee Cat, free admission to all home games, a homework pass and credit at the CHS bookstore. Go Bobcats!
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Shout out to the following students from Chem Club and Students of Science Club for volunteering at Sycamore Science Night on Tuesday, October 22nd: Robbie Allen, Isabella Livingston, Mary Drake, Ava Chismar Villalobos, Eddie Van Horne and Andrew Knighton.
Advisors of the club are Dr. Robin Rathman and Jessica Erickson.
Cienega student in the photo is sophomore Andrew Knighton.
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Register now for the ACT Prep courses here at Cienega. All Juniors will take a test this Spring at no cost. However, if students would like an additional opportunity to test, the last remaining fall exam is on December 14th at Empire. This will help them prepare!
For only $35, your child can attend three prep courses (November 16, November 23, and December 7). Students can make their payment in the bookstore and then come see Mrs. Scott in the 500 building to reserve their spot!
FINAL EXAM INFORMATION
If you took an AZMerit test on Cienega's campus during the Spring of 2019, and earned a score of Proficient and/or Highly Proficient in English or Math, you will be potentially eligible to be exempt from your English and/or Math Fall Semester Final Exam.
Remember, in order to qualify for the exemption, you have to do 3 things:
1. Earn at least an 80% in your current English and/or math class.
2. Have 7 or fewer absences in your English and/or Math class.
3. Earned the Proficient or Highly Proficient score
at Cienega
the previous year on your AZMerit test(s).
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Congratulations to the CHS Orchestra for their well-deserved Superior rating at the ABODA Orchestra Festival!
The Copper Thunder Marching Band successfully competed in three
festivals this season, including one to NAU where they participated in a school tour and team building event at the NAU Challenge Course and the University of Arizona where they mingled with many Cienega Alumni that are now a part of the Pride of Arizona Marching Band.
As always, none of this would be possible without the support of the CHS Administration and selfless volunteers. Mr. Mat was honored at UArizona Tech Park for his 10 years in partnership to celebrate the UArizona Homecoming. The close of the marching season is bitter sweet for the Copper Thunder Marching Band as it also marks the end of a decade of dedication that Mr. Mat has bestowed on the program. The Copper Thunder Marching Band is grateful for their time with Mr. Mat and looks forward to their remaining time together in support of Bobcat Nation!
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COLLEGE AND CAREER
CHRONICLE
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It's Fall What Should I Be Doing Now?
November is the gateway month to the winter holidays. This is when the school year rapidly approaches the halfway point. If you are a college bound student, this is an important time to ramp up your fall and winter college preparation activities. Here is an outline of suggested fall activities for each grade level.
Freshmen
Sophomores
- If you haven't joined any extracurriculars, join now. Or if you were involved in some last year, start thinking about leading projects within the club/activity.
- You should be settled into a routine by now. Make improvements as needed.
- Reflect on your year so far and finish this first half strong! Start researching your post-high school plans (colleges, apprenticeships, certificates).
- Continue to research different colleges to find your best-fit college. Use the college savings calculator to determine how much money you'll need for college. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/paying-your-share/college-savings-calculator
- Update your https://www.raise.me/ account.
Juniors
- Keep up with your extracurriculars. Try out or run for officer positions (treasurer, secretary, captain, etc.).
- Start your preparation for spring standardized tests.
- Continue your college search. Create a realistic list of colleges to apply to.
- Continue your scholarship search. http://chs.vail.k12.az.us/counseling/scholarships/
- Explore interests and learn new skills.
- Update your https://www.raise.me/ account.
Seniors
Preparation at every grade level will help you to make a smooth transition from high school to college.
Dainah l. Graham
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M.S., M.Ed.
College and Career Counselor, Bobcat Scholar Academy
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SPRING 2021- CENTRAL EUROPE
AND THE HOLOCAUST
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If you are interested in joining the Spring Break 2021 trip for the Central Europe and the Holocaust tour, please visit the trip link at www.eftours.com/2291308JW for trip details, itinerary and videos. The trip is open to all Vail students and their family members and only requires a $95 deposit (payment will be deducted from your balance due) to reserve a spot. . If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Rogers at rogersk@vailschooldistrict.org.
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NJROTC HAPPENINGS
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The NJROTC Academic Team participated in the "Mindsoon" JROTC Academic Meet held at Moon Valley High School on Saturday, 26 Oct 2019. Two Air Force JROTC schools, four Navy JROTC schools and one Marine Corps JROTC school competed. The Academic Team placed 1st among Navy schools and placed 1st overall in the all services competition!
On Saturday, 2 Nov 2019 the NJROTC Orienteering Team competed at the Arizona JROTC Orienteering Meet held at First Water Trailhead near Apache Junction, AZ. 220 JROTC Orienteering Teams from 25 JROTC (Army, Air Force, and Navy) schools competed. Out of 220 Orienteering Teams, the team of Cadet Alex Ciampa and Cadet Mark Murga placed 1st among Navy JROTC schools and 5th in the all services competition.
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BREAKFAST & LUNCH
MENU ONLINE
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CHARACTER TRAIT
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Implies providing little attentions, offering services, or in some way looking out for the comfort or welfare of others.
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CAT FRAT &
VOLUNTEER CORNER
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~ Happy Thanksgiving Blessings Bobcat Nation ~
Thank you to our CatFRAT Parents and Community Volunteers for making our popcorn booth so successful during our varsity football games!
YOU guys are AMAZING!!! YOU ROCK BOBCATS!!!
Thank you for the gift of your time!
~ CatFRAT~2020 Entertainment Books for Sale ~
We will be closing our 2020 ET Book Sales soon, so please support CatFRAT with your last minute purchase of an ET Book NOW! They make FABULOUS GIFTS TOO! Thank you!
~~~ SAVE THE DATE ~~ SAVE THE DATE ~~~
Wednesday, December 18th ~ Christmas and Holiday Teacher/Staff Appreciation Soup/Chili Luncheon ~ this is a half day for students.
Please watch your email for our sign-up genius link coming soon
to VOLUNTEER and DONATE homemade soup/chili and fixins for our staff appreciation luncheon in December. Thank you for your continued support and generosity, we appreciate YOU!
Amy Burton
Volunteer Coordinator
CatFRAT Liaison
(520)-879-2811
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STUCO- SPIRIT WEEK
IN NOVEMBER
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Thank you parents and
community
for your support. We truly appreciate your involvement!
Cienega High School
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CHS Online Store
Spirit Wear & More!
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Cienega High School
ANNUAL NOTICE
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