1. WELCOME CLASS OF 2023! Dr. Strong Mr. Kapolka Assistant Principal

2. EXCELLENCE AT CHS
Chelsea High Schools was recognized by the U.S. News and World Report in 2014 as one of the top performing high schools in the state of Michigan. This ranking placed CHS in the top 3% of all public schools in the state of Michigan as well as the top 4% nationally and earned CHS silver medal recognition for a second time in three years.
For 2015, the U.S. News and World Report ranking placed Chelsea High School in the top 2% of all public high school in the state of Michigan as well as the 2% of all public high school nationally.
In 2017, CHS was ranked as the #7 public high school in the state of Michigan.
Over the past three years, our athletics teams have won a astonishing total of 28 SEC White titles in multiple sports and 22 MHSAA district or regional titles.
Our Theater and Robotics programs continue to get larger and larger in scope and size.
Our Music programs have performed in Philadelphia, New York, Nashville, China, Scotland.
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3. Three Main Differences Between High School & Middle School…
Permanent Record
Student Becomes More Responsible for Self
Many more choices: Courses & Activities
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4. Enhance Research & Digital Media Skills Real World Problem Solving
What instructional tech options will best support the following skills for our students over the next four years:
Enhance Research & Digital Media Skills
Real World Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Collaboration
Communication
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5. Mrs. Maines’ World History Class FaceTiming with Dr
Mrs. Maines’ World History Class FaceTiming with Dr. Michael Neiberg (World War I Historian)
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6. Gettysburg Civil War

7. Chelsea House Orchestra

8. Company C

9. Flex Lab 126

10. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Current Assignments:
Mr. Kapolka ~ Principal
Dr. Strong ~ Assistant Principal (9th – 11th)
Mr. Bush ~ Athletic Director & Assistant Principal (12th)
Mr. Morris ~ Assistant Athletic Director
Mrs. Steele ~ Secretary to Principal
Mrs. Bremer ~ Secretary to Assistant Principals
Mrs. Lonnemo ~ Attendance and Facilities Secretary
Mrs. Eder ~ In School Suspension Coordinator
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11. COUNSELING SERVICES Students are assigned by grade/last name
Current Assignments:
Mr. Andrews services last names A – H
Mrs. Bickel services last names I-O
Mr. Murphy services last names P – Z
School Psychologist, Mrs. Kent
School Social Worker, Ms. Lindemer
Counseling Secretary – Shelley Weber
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12. COUNSELING SERVICES (Cont.)
Our Guidance & Counseling office is here to serve!
ACADEMIC COUNSELING:
Assist in appropriate course selections
Assist in career exploration, planning & employment
Assist in college and/or vocational planning
TESTING PLANNING & PREPARATION:
SAT, ACT, MME, PSAT, ASVAB, etc.
PERSONAL COUNSELING:
Assist in conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, motivation, organization and appropriate referral when required.
Provide a safe place to come based on confidentiality and trust.
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13. CHS LINK CREW “Making Freshman Success a Reality”
Link Crew is a High School Transition Program that…
Academic &
Social Success
Emotional &
Physical Safety
Connections &
A Sense of Belonging
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Link Crew Can't Wait For YOU!
Students Helping Students Succeed…

14. #WhyYouMatter Project
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15. The CHS Trimester Schedule
72 Minute Class Periods
3 “terms” per year
Students take 15 class per year (5 classes each term)
ADVANTAGES:
Reduced core class load
Fewer daily transitions
Credit Recovery & acceleration options
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16. Sample Freshman “Trimester” Schedule #1
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
English A
PE/Health B
Math B
PE/Health A
Math A
English B
Civics
Biology A
Biology B
Elective
Foreign Language A
Foreign Language B
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Music
Music
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17. Sample Freshman “Trimester” Schedule #2
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
English A
PE/Health B
Math B
PE/Health A
Math A
English B
Elective
Civics
Biology A
Biology B
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18. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (Cont.)
CREDIT REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
18.5 Mandated (Departmental) Credits
English (4 credits)
Math (4 credits)
Science (3 credits)
Social Studies (3.5 credits)
World Language (2 credits)
Physical Education (1 credit)
Visual, Performing & Applied Arts (1 credit)
Available Total Credits
11.5 Available Elective Credits
27 Total Credits Required for CHS Graduation
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19. Scheduling Calendar Provided course books & scheduling information
Wednesday, February 20 students will input requests online at Beach
Schedules to Students – before the end of the school year
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20. Other items Testing Out Dual Enrollment 21F Courses Clubs and Sports
Over 20 clubs
Robotics, Theater Guild, Company C, CHO, Jazz Band, Interact, Key Club, Quiz Bowl….
28 Varsity sports
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21. Commons Clubs Departments Robotics Bio Club Company C Interact Theater
English
Math
Science
Social Studies
World Language
Electives
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