Recently, CCS announced Teachers of the Year for each CCS school, including CHS's very own, Amanda Williams. Ms. Williams is a veteran member of our English Department and the English Department Chair.

She embodies the highest standards of the profession through her instructional excellence, leadership, and unwavering commitment to students. As English Department Chair, she brings clarity, collaboration, and compassion to her team, ensuring that instructional decisions are grounded in equity and best practice. She consistently advocates for students at all levels—advanced, on-level, and those who require additional support—so that every learner has access to rigorous, meaningful English instruction.

Ms. Williams is deeply committed to helping students recognize their own strengths and value. She builds trusting relationships, creates inclusive classroom spaces, and uses restorative and reflective practices that empower students to take ownership of their learning. Her encouragement has been a decisive factor in helping students regain confidence, reconnect with school, and remain focused on their plan to graduate.

I am deeply proud to celebrate Amanda's accomplishments and honored to be her colleague. Please join me and CHS when the division will recognize Amanda and celebrate all CCS School Teachers of the Year, as well as the Charlottesville Teacher of the Year, at the January 8, 2025, School Board Meeting.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4p-5p.

Most days will be in the media center but may use A or B Commons if needed.

Snacks and Transportation available.

Student on-time arrival to class is critical for student success and class community development.

Student tardiness will be monitored on a daily basis.

Students who are excessively tardy (either by the frequency of tardiness or by the number of minutes) may be assigned After-school Buy Back from 4:00pm - 5pm (Tuesday/Thursdays) or lunch detention (daily). This includes students in the halls without Passes during our Tardy Sweeps (tardy checks after the bell has rung between classes).

CHS admin or staff will contact families whose students are assigned either Buy-Back or lunch detention.

Students who stay after school can either be picked-up or use the 5pm Activity Bus. Of course, approved students may also self-transport.

This section will feature upcoming events including bell schedule information for the week ahead (date - day - schedule - Impact/SEL/CHS).

The recent delay and Friday's closure may require adjustments to our Impact schedule over the next two weeks.

The pantry will be located in the front lobby between the two sets of entrance doors. We are waiting on the delivery of our shelf, but in the meantime we will be using the table that is set up. I know it's a big ask, but if you find yourself at the store tonight or tomorrow consider grabbing an item or two. Of course, we will be taking donations at any time going forward, but heading into this long weekend some families are feeling anxious. We also have a live Amazon Wishlist if that is more convenien

As winter approaches, we want to make sure all students have what they need to be warm. If your child needs a winter coat, please contact your school counselor, social worker, or social emotional support counselor! 

The division has shared updates about SNAP and local food resources, including a reminder that breakfast and lunch are free to all Cville Schools students (no application needed)

This section is allocated to PTO updates.

CHS has an active PTO which helps support our students and teachers and staff.

Look for more information later this week on these two events from Ashely Howard - PTO President.