Held on the first Saturday in May, this will be the 3rd Annual MakerFEST, CLF's yearly STEAM Festival celebrating our community's inner genius! CLF schools are now eight programs and six institutions across the State of Maryland serving over 3,200 students K-12! MakerFEST invites these students to participate with staff, parents and our wider CLF STEM community partners to feel encouraged to exhibit and enjoy all the day's inventions, artwork, personal projects, experiments, robots, wild creations, noble attempts, fine solutions to typical problems, and makers making so much more! CLF will also have volunteer opportunities available for anyone who wants to help build the best MakerFEST ever! To register for an exhibition space visit https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/makerfest For volunteer opportunities visit https://goo.gl/forms/y1qs5zfo8OPOuRo92 This year, the first Saturday in May happens to coincide with May 4th, often celebrated by fans of the widely popular Star Wars franchise. We fundamentally feel obligated since astronomy, space exploration fit all too well into the MakerFEST concept, so Community Partnerships is also encouraging all exhibitors to share their project progress with @CLF_CLF on twitter or @ChesapeakeLighthouseFoundation on Facebook with the hashtag #MayTheFourthBuildWithYou. Until next update, May The Fourth Be With You!

CLF Community Partnerships

Please be aware that on Wednesday, April 17th all lost and found items will be donated. If your student is missing something make sure they check lost and found because it will all be gone when they return from break. Thank you!

Operations Manager

Held on the first Saturday in May, this will be the 3rd Annual MakerFEST, CLF's yearly STEAM Festival celebrating our community's inner genius! CLF schools are now eight programs and six institutions across the State of Maryland serving over 3,200 students K-12! MakerFEST invites these students to participate with staff, parents and our wider CLF STEM community partners to feel encouraged to exhibit and enjoy all the day's inventions, artwork, personal projects, experiments, robots, wild creations, noble attempts, fine solutions to typical problems, and makers making so much more! CLF will also have volunteer opportunities available for anyone who wants to help build the best MakerFEST ever! To register for an exhibition space visit https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/makerfest For volunteer opportunities visit https://goo.gl/forms/y1qs5zfo8OPOuRo92 This year, the first Saturday in May happens to coincide with May 4th, often celebrated by fans of the widely popular Star Wars franchise. We fundamentally feel obligated since astronomy, space exploration fit all too well into the MakerFEST concept, so Community Partnerships is also encouraging all exhibitors to share their project progress with @CLF_CLF on twitter or @ChesapeakeLighthouseFoundation on Facebook with the hashtag #MayTheFourthBuildWithYou. Until next update, May The Fourth Be With You!

CLF Community Partnerships

Hello Parents and Students, It's the time we've all been waiting for--Prom Season!!! This year's prom, Rustic Romance, will be held at the Crofton Country Club on May 17th from 7:00-11:00. Juniors and seniors can see Mrs. Ingulia to make their purchase. Tickets are $50. Can't wait to see you there!

Mrs. Ingulia

Dr Gonzalez will host an informational session for parents of current 8th graders to give a brief overview of the CSP high school program, and to answer any questions you may have regarding what high school is like at CSP. Please RSVP to dgonzalez@mycsp.org if you plan to attend so that we know how to set up the meeting. This informational session will be on April 24 at 7:00PM.

Darryl Gonzalez

Saturday School: April 13 April 27 Saturday Detention Dates: April 13 April 27 Tuesday Detention Dates: All after school detentions run from 3:00-4:00 pm April 16

Angie O'Brien

Would you like your child to become a more skilled, enthusiastic reader and a better writer? Loyola University Maryland may just be the answer! The University is hosting summer programs for grades 6-12 students who want to improve reading comprehension and learn effective techniques to improve writing skills. The programs are sponsored by Loyola University Maryland's School of Education and classes are taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. Please see the attached flyer for schedules and more details.

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Mary Beth Shepherd -School Counselor

We have begun using a new system to track students who are late to school and late to class. We will review the list periodically throughout each month, and on the first of each month, we will review the list from the previous month, and we will assign the following consequences. Late to class: for the first instance, we will give a verbal warning to the student. For the second instance, we will email the parent. For the third, we will assign the next Tuesday detention. If a student has five or more, we will assign the student a second Tuesday detention. Late to school: for the first instance, we will give a verbal warning to the student. For the second instance, we will email the parent. For the third, we will assign the next Saturday detention. If a student has five or more, we will assign the student the second Saturday detention in the next month. A couple notes about detention: Detention takes precedence over all other activities, and students must serve the detention on the date assigned to them. Students are allowed to re-schedule Detention one time for extenuating circumstances pre-approved by an administrator. If a student does not secure permission to re-schedule at least 24 hours before the start of their assigned time, the student needs to serve Detention at the time assigned to them. Failure to serve the Detention assigned will result in a one-day suspension from school for insubordination. Lawful reasons to be late to school are the same as the reasons to miss school, simply because that is what being late to school is. Those reason include death in the family, student illness, court appearance, hazardous weather, school-approved work, religious holiday, lack of authorized transportation and extenuating circumstances as determined by the Superintendent or his designee. Any absence, including absence for any portion of the day, for any reason other than those cited as lawful, shall be considered unlawful and may constitute truancy. If a student arrives to school late with a reason other than those mentioned, the student will receive an unexcused tardy. Thank you for your support in reinforcing the importance of being on time to school and to class.

Darryl Gonzalez

CSP continues to provide a rigorous and quality education to all students. It has always been our goal to improve upon past practices, find new ways to engage students and make learning something students enjoy. We also believe that high school students need to put forth that same effort in order to be become successful adults; therefore, CSP is Repeat Free. If a student receives an E in a required high school course, the class will have to be repeated in an alternate program such as summer school, evening school and twilight school. These programs are available for students to make up credits in courses that they were not successful in the first time; classes at CSP are for students taking them for original credit. If a student does not make up the failed class in one of these alternative programs, there is a chance that we will not be able to schedule the student for the classes required for graduation and the student will have to take classes at CSP for more than four years.

Darryl Gonzalez

Parents, Please see the attached letter that went home with all seniors. Please keep in mind graduation tickets will go on sale April 23. Each student will receive 5 free tickets with the ability to purchase up to 7 additional tickets.

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Angie O'Brien

The commencement ceremony for The Class of 2019 will take place on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Meade Senior High School. The ceremony will begin at 6:00pm. Chesapeake Science Point will be closed for all students on this day.

Angie O'Brien

Parents of 12th grade students, Please remember all seniors wishing to participate in the graduation ceremony must wear a cap and gown. If you still need to place an order, please visit www.balfour.com

Angie O'Brien

Take a look at the unique African kente cloth created by club member Maddie Parks. Beautiful!

Janette Morandin

CSP Seniors have been working hard to gain admission to college in the fall. Here are the colleges that seniors have been accepted to so far. Seniors, please let me know where you have gotten in and bring in your letters! Arizona State University Boston College Central State University Cornell University DePauw University Drexel University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Emory University Frostburg State University Georgetown University Georgia Tech Hofstra University Indiana University of Pennsylvania Johns Hopkins University Long Island University Global University of Lynchburg Lynn University McDaniel College University of Maryland, Baltimore County University of Maryland, College Park University of Maryland, Eastern Shore University of Miami Michigan State University Morgan State University Mount St Mary's University University of Nebraska, Lincoln University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Pace University University of Pittsburgh Purdue University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rochester Institute of Technology Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Salisbury State University University of South Carolina Southern Illinois University St Mary’s College of Maryland Stevenson University Temple University Towson University University of Virginia

Darryl Gonzalez

Any student who wishes to receive high school credit for any dual credit AACC class they have taken must present an official transcript from AACC to Dr Gonzalez. The Registrar’s Office at AACC can assist you with that.

Darryl Gonzalez

This is from trailblaze.org, an organization that provides college prep services in cooperation with JHU’s Applied Physics Lab. The College Prep Program at APL has opened its 2019 application cycle and is looking for students who have the desire and academic potential to excel in college, but who lack the mentoring and resources necessary to succeed! ALL current high school sophomores and juniors (members of 2020 and 2021 graduating class) are eligible and invited to submit an application to be part of the College Prep Program. We especially encourage applications from trailblazing students who are the first in their families to attend a four-year college, students from low-income backgrounds, students who are underrepresented in STEM fields, students interested in STEM careers, and/or students in need of mentoring or advice about the college application process. We are often asked for tips on how to be a successful applicant. Although our review process is holistic, we look primarily at the following areas: evidence of academic achievement and potential (not necessarily straight-As!), dedication and passion for future dreams, a willingness to work hard and make the most of this opportunity, and demonstrated need. We’re especially looking for students who need help taking their next steps in applying for and succeeding in a top 4-year college. But there are no fixed requirements, and students are invited to define “need” as it applies to their situation. The program requires significant work outside of class to fully prepare for college. Students are expected to prioritize College Prep if accepted and are strongly discouraged from participating in other activities with significant requirements (such as a full-time job or summer school) to allow enough time to succeed in this program. Students should expect to spend an average of 4-6 hours per night during the week during the program, with less during the school year and more in the summer. To access the 2019 application and more information about the application process and summer experience, please visit our website: trailblaze.org

Darryl Gonzalez

May 3 Registration Deadline for June 8 ACT May 3 Registration Deadline for June 1 SAT May 4 SAT Test June 8 June 1 SAT Test June 14 Registration Deadline for July 13 ACT July 13 ACT Test

Darryl Gonzalez

The question of who wrote the Nancy Drew books was a mystery for many years. Although Edward Stratemeyer created the characters and synopsis for the first few Nancy Drew books, he did not write them himself, and the actual writers agreed not to reveal their names. We now know that Mildred A. Wirt was the ghostwriter “Carolyn Keene” for 23 of the first 30 Nancy Drew books. (https://www.lib.umd.edu/nancy/influential-authors/carolyn-keene) Want to check out the Nancy Drew stories and see what they hype is all about? Visit us at CSP's Media Center where you will find the first 40 novels.

Mona Gomaa

Please do not forget to bring in your overdue books!!!

Mona Gomaa

CSP Track proved they could run with the Big schools on 11 April 2019. Seven schools participated in the meet; OM, Arundel, North County, Glen Burnie, Chesapeake, Annapolis. Overall in team standings CSP came in 5th place for the Women and 4th place for the Men in total points. Almost every relay teams and individual lowered their times by seconds from the previous week. The following were significant achievements from the meet; 300 Hurdles: 1 Elgharbawi, Gabriel 2 Herrod, Anthony Boys 4x8 relay ( Anthony Herrod, Ashay Patel, Nate Hill, Isaiah Cofield) came in 3rd place. Girls 4x1 relay (Mattie Hamilton, Daniella Kraft, Chelsey Leydecker, Gabby Sanders) came in 2nd place. Boys 4x1 relay ( Dylan Splain, Brandon Ford, Isaiah Monterroso, Gabe Elgharbawi) came 3rd place. Boys 4x4 relay ( Anthony herrod, Isaiah Monterroso, Gabe Elgharbawi, Isaiah Cofield) came in 2nd place. The team looked strong, it was very noticeable that we are getting better as a unit early into the season.

Angie O'Brien

Interested in playing CSP Boys Varsity Soccer? Come and join us for one of the information meetings. We are looking for field players and goalies. · April 12th (Friday) first information meeting (3:15 Mrs Albayrak’s room 104). · April 29th (Monday) second information meeting (3:15 Mrs Albayrak’s room 104) **SOCCER CLUB** - If you have time also try to join one of our Saturday soccer club activities. Saturday April 13th, from 8:30AM to 10:30AM, CSP GYM. For club do not forget to bring your gym shoes. 8th graders to HS Boys & Girls!!! PAC wants to hear from you! Show your CSP spirit and Tiger Pride. Come to our next Parent Athletics Committee (PAC) meeting. Held monthly on the last Tuesday from 6:00pm – 7:00pm, in the CSP conference room: • April 23, 2019 • May 21, 2019

Angie O'Brien

Hello parents! The CSP chapter of the National Honor Society is hosting a diaper drive and fundraiser to benefit the Baltimore-based nonprofit company, ShareBaby. ShareBaby provides hygiene products like diapers, wipes, soap, rash cream, and lotion to low income children in the area. There are 3 ways for CSP community members to donate: 1. Buy a cause bracelet designed by the NHS. Each costs 2$. See Ms. Bulisco in rm 208 to purchase. 2. Donate items or cash to your Advisory teacher. Prizes will be given to each class who brings in the most items in a category. So far, Mr. Malloy's Advisory is winning! 3. Donate to the Penny Wars jars in the cafeteria. All coins and bills are welcome. The teacher earning the most money will spend a day in May dressed as a big baby! There are also collection containers by Ms. Bulisco's room, in the cafeteria, and at the front desk if parents would like to drop off items. Open packs of diapers are welcome. All other products must be new. Questions? Email Ms. Bulisco at lbulisco@mycsp.org

Ms. Bulisco