Randy - Creekside High School...Friday December 20, 2013 Second Quarter/First Semester Ends (Friday Dec 20*) Monday-FridayD ec. 23, 2013-Jan. 3, 2014 Winter Break - Student/Teacher

PrincipalJ. Randy Johnson

Assistant PrincipalsMelinda Bogart

Kirstie GabaldonTroy Kasting

Executive SecretarySusan Wyatt

Guidance CounselorsKristin Auman

Jennifer ForneraAngela FuscoMelissa Scott

RegistrarTrevor Abbs

Career SpecialistAngela Hensley

Athletic DirectorGuy HarrisBookkeeperTracey Pitts

Issue 4September 2013

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100 Knights Lane • St. Johns, FL 32259 • (904) 547-7300

Dear Parents, Students, and Friends of Creekside: The school year is in good stride. Classes, clubs and teams are progressing very well! We enjoyed seeing you at Open House. I trust your student is “plugged-in” and thriving. As you are aware, your kids are being challenged with the rigor of Common Core State Standards. Common Core State Standards require teachers to understand the thinking behind the teaching. As the instructional leader, I am committed to assisting my teachers to increase students’ level of learning. Teachers are presenting classroom instruction that is more engaging, that requires students to be active participants. In order to compete, our students must be able to think critically. We believe that “yesterday’s answers won’t solve today’s problems.” Therefore, we are guiding our students along college and career pathways that require them to “stretch” a little. We are rapidly approaching the part of the year that senior students begin to feel the push and pull of College Admissions. I invite you to contact our Guidance Office to assist your efforts. Are you aware that Creekside HS continues to grow and prosper? We take pride in making a connection to every student, every day. In closing, I leave you with a quote from President Calvin Coolidge:

“Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan ‘Press On’ has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.”

Let’s be a blessing to others,

Sincerely,

RandyJ. Randy JohnsonPrincipal

The vision of Creekside High School is to inspire in all students a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world.

The mission of Creekside High School is to provide

students an opportunity

to achieve academic,

athletic, fine arts, and extra

curricular excellence

within a safe and secure learning

environment. Creekside High

School staff and students will strive to

model and support the six pillars of

Character Counts.

“The Shield”September 2013

Published Six Times Per YearCreekside High School

100 Knights LaneSt. Johns, FL 32259

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AttendancePlease do not call the Attendance office when your child is absent. An absent note is required to be turned in to the attendance office within 48 hours of the student’s return to school in order for the absence to be excused. ANY unexcused absence may result in a consequence. A student who accumulates five or more unexcused absences will receive discipline consequences. These consequences may include lunch detention, afterschool detention, Saturday detentions, loss of driving privileges and/or loss of extracurricular privileges (athletics, attendance at athletic events and/or participation in class sponsored events such as dances, Grad Bash and prom). If a student has accumulated more than 15 days of absences, a doctor’s note will be required to excuse any subsequent absences (p. 16 of code of conduct handbook).• After 10 unexcused absences the school will revoke the student’s parking privileges.• After 15 unexcused absences the Florida State DMV will suspend the student’s driver’s

license or permit. (statute 322.09)Students Leaving Campus Early: A note is needed in order for a student to leave campus early. This note must be turned in to the Front Office no later than 9:15 am in order to receive a pass to get out of class. Prior to leaving, a student must report back to the front office to sign out.

The staff at Creekside would like to thank our summer volunteers! We couldn’t have made it through the busy summer

without you. We appreciate all you do for the staff and students at CHS!olunteer

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During End of Course exams (EOC) and AP exams, students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. Please include the following on all notes or use the form on the CHS website: (http://www-cshs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/parents/AbsenteeForm.pdf)• Student’s Full Legal Name – No NICKNAMES PLEASE!• Student’s Birthdate• Date(s) of absence• Reason for absence or early release• Legal Parent/Guardian signature• Current phone number Tardies: After 9:15 am, any student arriving late must go to the attendance desk to sign in before attending class. Any student registering 3 or more tardies to school within a 9 week period must provide official documentation in order for the tardies to be excused. A student will be considered tardy to class when he/she is not in the classroom when the tardy bell rings. The recording process will begin with each new 9 week marking quarter.Tardy Consequences1st and 2nd . . . . . . Teacher warning3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . Referral to Dean – Lunch Detention4th . . . . . . . . . . . . Referral to Dean – Afterschool Detention5th . . . . . . . . . . . . Referral to Dean – Saturday Community Service6th+ . . . . . . . . . . . Referral to Dean – External SuspensionNote: Continued tardies to 1st period may result in external suspension and/or loss of student parking privileges.

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Personal Identification Policy ( I D)DURING SCHOOL HOURS, ALL STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE THEIR SCHOOL ISSUED ID ON THEIR PERSON. For the safety of our students and staff, CHS requires picture IDs to be carried by all students and staff during school hours. All students and staff will be issued an ID at the start of the school year. If lost, stolen, or damaged, a replacement ID MUST be purchased at a cost of $5.00. Students who do not have an ID must go to the dean’s office to purchase an ID. Students will not be allowed to charge an ID if they haven’t paid a previous ID charge.

Are you living in a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground; on the street; in abandoned buildings; or living with friends or relatives due to an economic hardship, are you a teenager and living independently or with someone other than a parent or legal guardian; then you may be eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. Contact your school Computer Operator or your local Homeless Liaison-Mr. Chris Stone @ 547-7589 for more details. You may also visit: http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/depts/student/homeless/

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HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SJRstate.edu

• Emergency Medical Technician• Nursing• Phlebotomist

• Radiologic Technology• Respiratory Care

Health Information Technology is an emerging profession where health care meets the cutting edge of technology. Tech-nicians contribute to the quality of care by collecting, analyzing and reporting health care data. This requires knowledge of dis-ease, treatments, computer systems and organizational skills. After completing the Associate in Science degree program, stu-dents are eligible to sit for the national credentialing exam to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Additional health care programs at SJR State:

ORANGE PARK • PALATKA • ST. AUGUSTINE

2013 Creekside Knights VolleyballDate Opponent Time LocationSept 19 Nease* 5:30/6:30 NeaseSept 24 Bartram Trail* 5:30/6:30 Bartram TrailSept 26 Mandarin 5:30/6:30 MandarinOct 1 Middleburg 5:30/6:30 HomeOct 3 St. Augustine* 5:30/6:30 HomeOct 8 Nease* 5:30/6:30 HomeOct 10 Orange Park 5:30/6:30 HomeOct 11-12 Dig Pink OVA Tournament TBA Orlando

(Varsity Only)Oct 15 Oakleaf 5:30/6:30 OakleafOct 17 Ponte Vedra# 5:30/6:30 HomeOct 22-24 Districts (Varsity) TBA St. AugustineNov 1-12 Regionals (Varsity) TBA TBANov 16-19 State (Varsity) TBA TBA

* District Matches #Senior Night

Remember campers get in free to all home games when they wear their camp t-shirt. Please check our website for updates and information regarding both the high school team and any camp information. We look forward to seeing you at our matches!

Play Like A Champion Today Together as ONE

Creekside Knights Athletic Booster Club School is back in session and with that comes the start of another exciting year of sports at Creekside High School. Each of the fall sports teams have already begun their seasons. Whatever your passion, whether it be football, swim team, volleyball, cross country, golf, band, cheerleading, or dancing, Creekside High offers an event for you to either participate in or be a spectator of. Sports are very abundant this fall indeed. All of these, however; may not be possible without the constant support of The Creekside Knights Athletic Booster Club (CKABC) Under the direction of President, Anne Marie Gennusa and in coordination with Guy Harris, Athletic Director, The Creekside Knights Athletic Booster Club’s main purpose is to provide cooperation of home, school, and community in support of all of the athletic programs of Creekside High School, the 2013 membership drive is currently underway. All student athlete families at Creekside are strongly encouraged to help further the success of their athletic programs by joining Boosters at any of the levels of membership. The Booster Club also relies heavily on the support of our business and community sponsors. Please contact CKABC at http://www.creeksideknights.com/ if you are interested in helping our student athletic programs. The Booster Club is proud to partner with the Travis Manion Foundation for the 3rd Annual 9/11 Heroes Run-Jacksonville. Volunteer, donate or cheer….but most of all “Honor” the sacrifices of 9/11. Driven to Give, inspired by the Lincoln Reimage Project will be at the Knights Varsity Football game on Friday, 9/27 from 4pm to 9pm. They will donate $20.00 to Creekside High School for each test drive or survey completed that night. Whichever CHS sports team is best represented that evening will be awarded a special prize for their team. Get your Creekside Spirit Wear! Don’t buy the knock-offs…Williams Athletics is authorized and now carries authentic Creekside High School Spiritwear! The Kings Closet will also be open for business at select sporting events throughout the school year. Save the Date! The Third Annual “Running of the Knights” will be held on Friday, May 16th at Creekside High School. This is a 5k Run/Walk, a Centipede Team Race, and One Mile Fun Run. There will also be a Family friendly festival with food, games, music and more. Further information about Creekside Athletic Boster Club or upcoming events may be found on the website at http://www.creeksideknights.com GO KNIGHTS!

Monday August 12, 2013 Optional Teacher Planning Day Tuesday - Friday August 13 - 16, 2013 Teacher Pre-PlanningMonday August 19, 2013 Students Report to ClassMonday September 2, 2013 Labor Day- Student/Teacher Holiday �Friday September 13, 2013 Teacher Inservice Day - Student Holiday �Thursday October 24, 2013 First Quarter EndsFriday October 25, 2013 Teacher Planning Day-Student Holiday �Monday November 11, 2013 Veterans Day - Student/Teacher Holiday �Wednesday - Friday November 27-29, 2013 Thanksgiving Break - Student/Teacher Holiday (Nov 27�)Friday December 20, 2013 Second Quarter/First Semester Ends (Friday Dec 20*)Monday-Friday Dec. 23, 2013-Jan. 3, 2014 Winter Break - Student/Teacher Holiday Monday January 6, 2014 Teacher Planning Day-Student Holiday �Tuesday January 7, 2014 Classes Resume for Students/Second Semester BeginsMonday January 20, 2014 Martin Luther King Day - Student/Teacher Holiday �Monday February 3, 2014 Teacher Inservice Day - Student Holiday �Monday February 17, 2014 Presidents Day - Student/Teacher Holiday �Tuesday - Wednesday February 25 - 26, 2014 FCAT Writing (Grades 4,8 & 10)Thursday March 13, 2014 Third Quarter Ends Friday March 14, 2014 Teacher Planning Day-Student Holiday �Monday-Friday March 17-21, 2014 Spring Break - Student/Teacher Holiday Monday March 24, 2014 Classes Resume for StudentsFriday April 18, 2014 Student/Teacher Holiday Tuesday-Friday April 22- 25, 2014 FCAT Testing (Reading, Math & Science)Monday May 26, 2014 Memorial Day - Student/Teacher HolidayFriday-Saturday May 30 and 31, 2014 Graduations (Schools/Locations TBD)Thursday June 5, 2014 Last Day for Students*Friday June 6, 2014 Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day

Interims Issued: September 18, 2013 Report Cards: October 31, 2013Interims Issued: November 20, 2013 Report Cards: January 10, 2014 Interims Issued: February 7, 2014 Report Cards: March 27, 2014Interims Issued: April 25, 2014 Report Cards: June 6, 2014

� Denotes hurricane make-up days

(Emphasis on Patriotism)

CHARACTER COUNTS! In St. Johns CountyPillars of the Month

August - All Pillars October - Responsibility December - All Pillars February - Caring April - All PillarsSeptember - Fairness November - Citizenship January - Respect March - Trustworthiness May - Citizenship

*ALL Schools will be dismissed 1 hour early on Dec 20, 2013 and June 5, 2014All Schools participate in a weekly early release on Wednesday: Elementary @1:50, Middle @1:00, High @ 2:45

Optional planning day may "Flex" for any Planning Day or Post Planning day as pre-approved by Principal

MASTER CALENDAR2013-2014 School Year

Board Approved January 8, 2013

St. Johns County School District40 Orange StreetSt. Augustine, Florida 32084(904) 547-7500www.stjohns.k12.fl.usJoseph Joyner, Ed. D.Superintendent

The St. Johns County School District will inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world.School Board Beverly Slough

District 1Tommy Allen

District 2Bill Mignon

District 3Bill Fehling

District 4Patrick Canan

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NHS NewsNational Honor Society Meetings for first semester:• September 12: Junior Members only• October 24: All membersMeetings begin at 8:40am and take place in the auditorium. Creekside’s NHS chapter is a sponsor for the animal shelter on Stratton Road (located off of Philips Highway near Palencia). Our annual drive for this pet center will begin the last week of October. Details about this will be shared at our October 24th meeting. Creekside accepts new members once a year. The next application period is during the Spring semester. Check the NHS website for more details about membership.

Choral Music Department The Chorus, Women’s Chorale and Vocal Ensemble at Creekside High School are already busy rehearsing for a great year of music! All 3 musical ensembles will be featured in 4 concerts throughout the school year. Along with these concerts the Women’s Chorale and Vocal Ensemble will also prepare for The Florida Vocal Association’s Music Performance Assessment at Mandarin High School from February 27th to March 1st, 2014. The Vocal Ensemble, with the efforts of the Creekside Choral Music Boosters is planning a singing trip to Disney World in March. Please continue to support the Arts at Creekside by attending band concerts, choral concerts, the school musical, and art shows.Choral ConcertsOctober 24, 2013 . . . . . 7 pmDecember 12, 2013 . . . 7 pmFebruary 20, 2014 . . . . 7 pmMay 2, 2014 . . . . . . . . . 7 pm

Attention ParentsThe following teachers are currently completing coursework to become highly qualified in the following areas:Patricia Schwadron - Physical ScienceThomas Hornsby - Math, Language Arts, ScienceMegan Mcmichael - ReadingKaren Thurlow - ReadingJacklyn Smith - ESOL