CHS - A Note from Dr. Malone ~ Week of August 11th, 2024

Posted Date: 8/11/24 (4:00 PM)

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BLACK KNIGHT NATION

CHARLOTTESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

August 11, 2024

A Note from Dr. Malone ~ Week of August 11th, 2024

Dear Black Knight Families -

Our school year begins this Wednesday, August 14th.

My expectation for this year is that our community aligns our strengths, our aspirations, and our belief in the Black Knight Nation to make this school year a triumphant success.

As CHS celebrates it's 50th birthday, I have been reflecting on the legacy and traditions that embody our school. While CHS exalts many traits - resilience, community, pride, and opportunity are among those that stand out. And though I am only a little over a month into my tenure as CHS principal, the Black Knight Nation has been a significant part of my life since I first became a Black Knight over 10 years ago. From that point on, through interactions and experiences with current Black Knights, legacy Black Knights, CHS staff, and committed local partners, I know that CHS is a an enduring exemplar of hope and excellence. So, as CHS is about to turn 50, I remind each of you of our responsibility in upholding this legacy and ask for your commitment to work together to make this year among the best in history.

One message I have been reiterating with staff is first things first.

Our work and collaboration starts with each of us showing up in support of school and student success.

Families must engage with school experiences. The school must foster a safe and accepting environment.

Students must show up - on time, every period, every day.

We all must give our best.

And even though Wednesday is the first day of school, our work on behalf of CHS starts now.

Let's all show up.

I believe in you. I believe in us.

CHS...I love it. I love it. I love it!

Dr. Malone

Open House and Chromebooks

CHS Open House

New or returning CHS students and families are invited to Open House from 5p-7p.

For Freshman Families and Students only, you are invited to either join me for a Welcome presentation in the MLK PAC at 4:15p OR you and your Freshman can proceed to the Open House at 4pm.

Chromebook Distribution

Due to Friday's school closure the student Chromebook distribution schedule is as follows:

Monday, August 12th During Open House
Tuesday, August 13th - Freshmen can get their devices at Orientation.

Mr. Rod is in charge of Chromebook distribution If you have any questions, please contact him at DurrerR1@charlottesvilleschools.org.

Singleton Schedule

CHS is primarily running 2 schedules this school year: a Singleton schedule and a Block schedule.

On Singleton days, students have all classes in their schedule except for BKT.

Instruction starts each at 9:05 and we expect students to be on time and ready to learn.

We have two lunches each day and our day ends promptly at 4pm.

Block Schedule

Block Schedule days alternate between Odd (Tuesday) and Even (Wednesday) schedules.

3rd Period classes meet every day of the week.

BKT = Black Knight Time

BKT meets on Block days with our Tuesday BKT devoted to positive social and community connections. This work is guided by an established curriculum with supportive resources.
The Wednesday BKT is refined throughout the year so teachers can support students with aligned instructional support; this time will also be used for club activities and for Link Crew Mentors to meet with Freshmen.