Dear Black Knights -
As we move through February, we continue to honor Black History Month — a time to recognize the enduring contributions, leadership, innovation, and cultural influence of Black Americans. At CHS, this is both a celebration and a commitment. We celebrate the achievements and voices that have shaped our nation and our school community, and we recommit ourselves to ensuring that belonging, opportunity, and excellence are lived experiences for every student.
This past week also marked the beginning of Ramadan, the sacred month observed by Muslims around the world. Ramadan is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and generosity. For many in our CHS community, it is a deeply meaningful spiritual season centered on discipline, gratitude, and service to others. We are mindful that some students and staff will be fasting from sunrise to sunset, and we encourage compassion, understanding, and support for one another throughout the month.
The Black Knight Nation is strengthened by the richness of our identities, traditions, and histories. This has long been a deeply rooted and defining feature of our school community — the intentional acknowledgment, elevation, and integration of diverse cultures, beliefs, and traditions. When we pause to learn from and honor one another, we grow stronger and closer as a community.
Thank you for helping make our school a place where respect and care guide us every day.
Dr. Malone
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Charlottesville’s swimmers delivered a championship-level performance at the VHSL Class 4 State Meet this weekend in Richmond, with junior Sophia Lipinski opening the week by earning a 7th-place podium finish in diving in Newport News.
On Saturday, the boys were powered by Garrett Wispelway’s runner-up finish in the 100 breaststroke — shattering a school record set just last year — and Ernest Winling’s scoring swim and personal best in the 100 backstroke.
The girls matched that momentum. Laney Keller placed 5th in the 100 backstroke, breaking her own school record, and added a personal best in the 200 IM. The 4x100 freestyle relay team of Ada Brantley, Charlotte McCready, Alicia Yori Kosek, and Keller rewrote history, breaking a 25-year-old school record and finishing just off the podium in 9th, while also placing 11th in the medley relay. Brantley and McCready added key points in the 50 freestyle and 100 butterfly.
Records fell. Personal bests were set. Podium finishes were earned. A tremendous showing by our Black Knights on the state stage.
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CHS Wrestling delivered a powerful performance at the VHSL Class 4 State Championships, finishing 12th overall in the state and capping a truly historic season.
Sophomore Roman Calvani entered the tournament as the 7-seed and wrestled his way to a remarkable 2nd-place finish at 190 lbs., falling only in the state finals to the eventual champion. Junior Theo Reinhart earned 3rd place at 157 lbs., dropping a razor-close 3–0 semifinal bout to the eventual champion. Senior Adriel Pena also claimed 3rd at 113 lbs., with his only loss coming in a narrow 7–5 match to the state runner-up. Senior Walter Pilkey added to the team’s point total with a 6th-place finish at 150 lbs.; prior to an injury that cut his day short, his only loss was to the eventual state champion.
Grit. Discipline. Pride. This team competed with class and heart on the state’s biggest stage — a season that will be remembered for both its results and the way our Black Knights represented CHS.
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Nominate Your Favorite Staff for Honors
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Royal Recognitions: Dr. Gurley honors 1-2 staff each month with a school visit and $250 for the honoree to spend on school supplies. Find the nomination form here!
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This production is both a celebration and a CHS Event!
Get ready to be transported to the streets of New York as Charlottesville High School brings the iconic West Side Story to life! This isn’t just a musical; it’s a powerhouse production featuring the incredible talents of our award-winning theatre department and our world-class music program.
Why you CANNOT miss this:
🎶 The Music: Experience Bernstein’s masterpiece performed by our fabulous pit musicians under the direction of Dr. Burton Hable
🎬 The Performance: Watch our student-led tech crew and stellar cast take over the massive Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Centers
🌉 The Legacy: From the Sharks to the Jets, our cast is pouring heart and soul into every dance move and every note. Shania’s Choreography is amazing!
📅 Mark Your Calendars: NEW DATES
- Wednesday, Feb 25: 7:30 PM
- Thursday, Feb 26: 7:30 PM
- Friday, Feb 27: 7:30 PM
- Saturday, Feb 28 2:00pm Understudy Show, 7:30 PM (Closing Night)
- Sunday, March 1, Theatre Strike
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Post-Secondary Newsletter and Updates
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Please use this link to see updates on post-secondary college planning. Ms. Gregory provides updates on her availability for planning purposes, scholarship and financial aid resources, and information on upcoming events.
Upcoming Events:
- Senior Stay Day and Community Job fair happening on March 10th, @ PVCC Bolick Center
- Junior Postsecondary Night will be on April 2, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the MLK PAC.
- PVCC Open House on April 9th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
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April 21st: UVA Apprenticeship Job Fair 9:30am-11am - Location: TBD
Access Ms. Gregory's newsletter here:
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Charlottesville City Schools will offer take-home meals for students observing Ramadan in order to support the diverse needs of our student community.
In lieu of receiving lunch at school, students observing Ramadan can sign up to pick up a shelf-stable meal to take home at the end of the day.
Register by Week (Fill out separate forms for each student)
Have questions or need help registering? Staff at your school can help! Please reach out to your teacher, school counselor, or school social worker.
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Our local public library, Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) will be visiting CHS for tabling in B Commons during lunches on Friday, March 13 and Friday, April 17. They will be sharing information about their teen programming, the JMRL internship/scholarship program, and general library services and resources (they have so much more than just books!).
JMRL has also offered to deliver library cards on the tabling days for students that submit a library card application ahead of time.
Students can return library card applications to the school counseling office, or you are welcome to drop forms in my mailbox.
Two notes about the library card application form:
1) A parent/guardian signature is required for students under age 18
2) Students are not required to present photo ID (as noted on the form) since I will be able to confirm their address before I return the forms to JMRL
Applications:
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APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE STARTING FEBRUARY 27th.
Attention Students!
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you want to elevate student voice and help shape decisions that impact your school and your city?
Here’s your chance!
There are two exciting opportunities to represent your peers for the 2026–2027 school year:
Student School Board Representative (2 on the Dias, 1 Alternative)
Serve as the official student voice to the School Board.
- Share student perspectives on policies and decisions.
- Engage in meaningful dialogue about academics, school climate, and student experience.
- Develop leadership, public speaking, and civic engagement skills.
- Monthly Board Meetings, Annual Yearly State Conference
- Apply Here!
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Representative (2 on the Dias)
Join School Board Members Ms. Amanda Burns and Ms. Zyahna Bryant in representing student voice on the City’s Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.
- Help shape the future of parks and recreation in Charlottesville.
- Advocate for inclusive, innovative, and accessible spaces for youth and families.
- Gain real-world leadership experience while making a tangible impact in your community.
- Monthly Board Meetings, Additional Engagement Opportunities for Community Service
- Apply Here!
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026
This is your opportunity to lead, serve, and ensure student voices are heard. Let’s work together to make our schools—and our city—the best they can be for everyone!
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Our Summer 2026 Junior Volunteer Program Application is opening (and closing!) earlier this year. As of today, the application is open. It will be closing on March 1, 2026. Please tell your students to get their application submitted early!
Our perfect student:
-Age 15-18
-Expresses an interest in working in a hospital or healthcare field
-Wants to help
-Available for June 8 orientation
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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.
Students who stay after school can either be picked-up or use the 5pm Activity Bus. Of course, approved students may also self-transport.
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Here is this week's schedule:
- 23 Mon SINGLE Impact 3
- 24 Tues OB CHS Time
- 25 Wed EB CHS Time
- 26 Thu SINGLE Impact 4
- 27 Fri SINGLE Impact 5
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This section is allocated to PTO updates.
PTO Meetings: 2nd Monday of each Month at CHS and via Zoom.
Next Meeting: Monday, March 9th, 2026.
Zoom Link is here and on our CHS Calendar
CHS has an active PTO which helps support our students and teachers and staff.
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Thank you, PTO and CHS Families, for taking your time both over the weekend (and in the rain) and during this past week to show appreciation and care for our CHS Staff!
Your commitment for Staff Appreciation to be more than a singular one-week event and instead be an on-going, year-long experience is seen and our staff is so deeply grateful for you!
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CCS menus are published at the following site and each month's menu is published at least a week before the month begins.
CCS does not serve foods containing pork or peanuts.
Information and resources related to the CCS nutrition page can be found here.
Details on accessing the CCS Nutrition app option - including menu access - can be found in the link below:
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