Hello CSP families and friends, I would like to say thank you for your support over the last five years with our PTSO. I have enjoyed partnering with you all. I am hanging up my hat and passing the torch to an amazing group of leaders. I will miss you all!! I would like to introduce our new PTSO Officers!!!!!!!! Welcome to the CSP PTSO! Our goal is to serve and support our wonderful teachers, students and parents as we strive to make CSP the best it can be! Parents: What do you think would make our school even better? Our kids will be here for some of the most important years of their lives, and the PTSO is your forum to suggest and drive improvements to our school, and to communicate in a meaningful way with our principal, teachers and administrators. Teachers: How can we support and help you as our kids learn and grow in your classrooms? Students: We know you have opinions on what can be changed or developed further to give you a better experience at CSP. Join us to have your voice heard! Organization: We can only be effective if you join us and share your suggestions and needs! Please see below for our email address. Our meetings are currently virtual, so it’s easy to participate! We meet every second Thursday of the month, from 6:30-7:30. Hope to see you there! President – Kinya Stewart Vice President – Miriam Morataya Secretary – Priscilla Fauntleroy Secretary – Lola Subair Treasurer - William Hyman Our email address: ptso@mycsp.org

We are better together! Dee Phifer

Parents, If your child will NOT be returning for the 2022-2023 school year, please take a moment to fill out the following form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16R8uSiAw-O7KIVtNPwm6ScHyHq6Eu7BV5fy9iTAyEKg/edit?ts=61e17adc&no_redirect=true&pli=1

Angie O'Brien

Please make note that Chesapeake Science Point will be closed on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for the Class of 2022 Commencement ceremony.

Angie O'Brien

Great News! The Class of 2022 Commencement ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The ceremony will take place from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Severna Park High School. This is all the details we have at this time. As we receive more, we will share them with you.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Please check your student's grades through the parent portal every Tuesday evening as grades are updated Tuesday mornings at the latest. This will continue to help us work together to ensure all CSP students are successful. Mr. Jefferson also encourages you to contact teachers if you have questions about assignments or your student needs support. Teachers have help days one hour weekly after school.

Angie O'Brien

Monday, January 31 is the semester break. All schools are closed for students.

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Parents, National School Counselor Week is February 7-11. Join us in making our wonderful school counselors, Mrs. Shepherd and Mrs. Siwicki feel appreciated for all of their hard work.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Our next Project Unity Day is Wednesday, February 9. Please have your child wear orange this day. This is also a two-hour early dismissal day for students to allow teachers to participate in professional development.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Presidents' Day is Monday, February 21, and all schools will be closed on this day.

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Parents, February 22 is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Show them some love and let them know we appreciate all they do.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, The National Honor Society Induction ceremony is taking place on February 23, at 6:00 pm.

Angie O'Brien

There are several two-hour early dismissals and late arrival days worked into the calendar this year. On two-hour early dismissal days, all car riders will exit the school building no later than 1:05 pm. Parents must pick their children up on time as there will be no supervision outside. The two-hour early dismissals are typically planned so that staff can participate in professional development. On two-hour late arrival days, all car riders are to be dropped off between 10:00-10:15 am. Students are to be in class in their seats and ready to start the day at 10:20 am. There is a copy of the two-hour late arrival and early dismissal schedules attached for your reference.

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Given that we remain in a pandemic and our focus must be on the instruction of our students, visitors to our school will be permitted only on a limited basis and only by appointment. We ask that families and community members work with us to help fulfill our main goal: to keep the school open and fully functioning in the safest manner possible throughout the school year. ● If you need to schedule an appointment and are unsure whom to contact, please email Ms. Obrien AOBRIEN@MYCSP.ORG, and she will assist you. As much as we miss you all visiting the building, we are unable to honor that request at this time. ● If you are visiting the building, you must park in a parking space. Please do not park on the curb outside the main entrance.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Please see the attached QR code to place orders for your child's cap and gown, announcements, class rings, and much more. Please keep in mind that all graduating seniors planning to participate in the commencement ceremony must wear a cap and gown. Please don't wait until the last minute to order.

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Parents, Drawstring Bags Water Bottles - Students are permitted and encouraged to bring a water bottle and drawstring bag with them to school each day. Drawstring bags are allowed to be carried throughout the day without having to be placed in the locker like backpacks.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, If you are interested in ordering a class ring for your child, please see the attached QR code for ordering. If you have questions about ordering class rings, please feel free to email me.

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Parents, As you are aware the second marking period ends today. The third marking period begins on Tuesday, February 1. Report cards will be emailed home on February 8. Please look for the email to review your child's grades.

Angie O'Brien

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CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Hi CSP Students, I received this email from the Executive Director of Admissions at Colorado School of Mines. I wasn't familiar with this school, but I have done just a bit of investigating and they have very interesting programs that you may want to check out. I shared his email below: I hope this email finds you well as you navigate another challenging school year. If you have students interested in pursuing a college degree in STEM-related fields, I encourage you and your students to explore Colorado School of Mines. https://www.mines.edu/ At Mines, we do more than focus on science and engineering. We inspire students who are driven to be innovators and advance the knowledge of those who want to address today’s greatest challenges, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. From applied math and statistics to quantum engineering and so much in between, our students have hands-on experiences from day one and graduate with an average starting salary of over $73,000. Additionally, Mines is a test-optional university. All applications will receive equal consideration in our holistic admissions and merit scholarships review process - with or without test scores. We also accept unofficial transcripts for our review process to help lessen the load on you and your colleagues. Our regular admissions deadline is January 15 and we have rolling admissions thereafter. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions. Go Orediggers! Dale Gaubatz Executive Director of Admissions

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Hi CSP Seniors, If you have a parent who is active duty, activated reservist, retired from active duty, or deceased United States Navy (USN) service member you qualify for several different Navy Family Scholarships. Please see attachment for more details.

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Summer Immersion: New York City For students entering grades 9 through 12 or freshman year of college in the fall. Students engage in a rich and demanding academic experience on Columbia’s historic campus in the heart of New York City. With over 70 courses to choose from in a dozen subject areas, Summer Immersion: New York City also offers unique College Preparedness events in the form of seminars, workshops and lectures. Early Registration Deadline: February 3 Residential Application Deadline: March 3 Commuter Application Deadline: March 31   Session 1 | June 27–July 15 Session 2 | July 19–August 5 Session 3 | August 8–August 12 Residency is offered to students 16 years or older in Sessions 1 & 2. LEARN MORE: https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/highschool/summer-immersion-new-york-city?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Internal&utm_campaign=PREC_SU22_HSGC-03&utm_term=SHGEN5&utm_content=Precollege Summer Immersion Online For students entering grades 9 through 12 or freshman year of college in the fall. Students dive into an Ivy League education with Columbia’s world-class instructors and dynamic online experience. Summer Immersion Online also offers extracurricular activities led by current students, and a Columbia University Certification of Participation and evaluation letter upon completion of the program. Early Registration Deadline: February 3 Application Deadline: March 31   Session 1 | July 5–July 15 Session 2 | July 18–July 29 Session 3 | August 1–August 5 LEARN MORE: https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/highschool/online?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Internal&utm_campaign=PREC_SU22_HSGC-03&utm_term=SHGEN5&utm_content=Precollege College Edge For students in grades 11 or 12 Students earn college credit and prepare to maximize their college experience through this in-person commuter program on our Morningside campus. Students access the same courses as Columbia students and learn alongside them—accessing academic advising and professional development opportunities as well. Summer Session 1 Application Deadline: April 11 Summer Session 2 Application Deadline: May 23   Session 1 (A) | May 23–July 1 Session 2 (B) | July 5–August 12 LEARN MORE: https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/highschool/college-edge?utm_medium=Internal&utm_campaign=PREC_SU22_HSGC-03&utm_term=SHGEN5&utm_content=Precollege&utm_source=Email

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Apply for $50,000 in scholarships to be awarded this spring Men’s College Scholarship Men are going to college with less frequency than in the past, and not persisting to graduation at the same rates as women. According to The Wall Street Journal, at the close of the 2020-21 academic year, women made up 59.5% of college students, an all-time high, and men 40.5%, according to enrollment data from the National Student Clearinghouse, a nonprofit research group. U.S. colleges and universities had 1.5 million fewer students compared with five years ago, and men accounted for 71% of the decline. Men are choosing paths other than college. To counter this trend, a diverse group of fraternity alumni founded the Men’s College Scholarship Program which will award $50,000 in scholarships this year to inspire college attendance and academic success by young men. The scholarship is designed to identify and reward outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular school activities and community involvement. The scholarship is available to any male, graduating senior from an accredited high school who is enrolling in a four-year undergraduate college program that commences in the fall. The scholarship is awarded through the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence, a registered 501(c)3 organization. Current or future membership in a fraternity is not required. https://foundationfe.org/highschoolscholarship/

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Attention eighth grade parents/guardians: Chesapeake Science Point and Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) have a partnership for the Early College Access Program (ECAP), allowing students to take college courses while in high school. CSP also has a unique partnership where selected students work toward a college Associate Degree throughout high school, earning 60 college credits through AACC classes and AP credits. Candidates for this very selective program are considered during the spring of students’ eighth grade year at CSP. Administrators, counselors, and teachers review student data and discuss individual student ability to complete college level and AP courses. AACC requires a strict limit of 22 students for this program, making it extremely selective. The selection procedures will begin in February and parent contact will take place once the review process is completed. Students and families do not need to request consideration for this program, all eighth-grade students will be reviewed and considered for the Associate Degree program. Students who are not chosen for the selective Associate Degree program are still eligible to take individual AACC courses through the ECAP program. These opportunities are usually possible in students’ junior and senior years.

CSP Counseling Team Mrs. Siwicki: A-L Grades 6-12 (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) Mrs. Shepherd: M-Z Grades 6-12 (mshepherd@mycsp.org)