Parents, There will be a mandatory graduation rehearsal here at CSP on May 24, from 11-12:30 pm. All seniors wishing to participate in the graduation ceremony must attend.

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

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

Parents/guardians, Please take time to read over the attached letter regarding testing that will begin the week of April 18.

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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

All schools will be closed for Spring / Easter break from April 11-18. Normal schedules resume on Tuesday, April 19.

Angie O'Brien

The fourth and final marking period begins on Tuesday, April 19.

Angie O'Brien

Hi CSP Parents, Please see below regarding details on Chesapeake Science Point's NO REPEAT policy. If you have questions and/or concerns regarding this matter, please reach out to your child's school counselor. 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 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.

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

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

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

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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Angie O'Brien

This summer, UMass Amherst is offering a new set of STEM-focused pre-college programs for high school students at the Mt. Ida campus, located just outside Boston, MA. Rising 10th-12th graders are invited to dive into a variety of STEM topics while exploring potential college majors and career paths. Please share these opportunities with your students! Summer 2022 Programs at the Mt. Ida Campus Combatting the Climate Crisis with Neighborhood Trees – July 24-30, 2022 Great for students interested in environmental conservation Building & Construction Technology: CityLab – July 10-30, 2022 Ideal for students interested in architecture, engineering, and sustainability Veterinary Technology – July 10-23, 2022 Ideal for students interested in animal science or veterinary careers Located approximately 8 minutes from downtown Boston, the Mt. Ida campus offers both residential and commuter options. All programs are taught by UMass faculty and advanced graduate students, and feature project-based learning. For more program details (including fees and scholarships), please visit our website. How to Apply All rising 10th - 12th graders are eligible to apply online via our website. Please note the Veterinary Technology program only accepts rising 11th & 12th graders. Interested students must provide: a brief, 1-page statement of interest an unofficial high school transcript (including current academic year) a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor a $35 application fee Admissions are rolling through June 15th. Students are encouraged to apply early. Pre-College Application: https://www.umass.edu/uww/programs/pre-college/apply-now

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

The Continental Betty Jean Frasier Wade Memorial Scholarship, in the amount of $1,000, will be award to an indivdual who is pursuing a career in Computer Information Systems. ELIGIBILITY · Must be a graduating Anne Arundel County high school senior in good standing and attending college for the first time. · Applicant must have an acceptance letter from an accredited college, university, or technical college. Minimum grade point average 2.5 Scholarship application and details are attached.

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

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 their counselor. The Registrar’s Office at AACC can assist you with obtaining an official transcript. If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

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

Seniors, Please check-in with your counselor this week to discuss your college status, to include acceptance status and scholarship/financial aid awards. Please email acceptance status letters (accepted or declined) and any scholarship/financial aid letters. Your counselor needs to know this information for all colleges to which you applied. We understand that this is an ongoing process, so please check in regularly as changes occur. If you are applying to additional colleges, please inform your counselor so she can make sure that all supplemental documents are sent in a timely manner. This is an exciting time, and we are honored to share this journey with you!

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

Juniors and seniors, Please see the attachment for information concerning internship opportunities. Some due dates are fast approaching. National Internship Opportunities 20212022.docx

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

Hi Juniors & Seniors! It’s no secret that most college applications require you to submit your SAT or ACT score, making taking the exam an absolute must. In addition to it being a requirement, colleges and universities receive thousands of applications every year. The scores on the SAT and ACT allow them to narrow down the playing field and make decisions on acceptance. In addition to your college applications, your SAT and ACT scores can be used to apply for scholarships. These are sometimes merit based scholarships, granted directly from your choice of college during the application process. Others may be from local, state, or regional programs where your grades, academic achievements, and score affect your eligibility. We wanted to stress the importance of taking the SAT and/or ACT more than once. Studies show that students typically receive a higher score the second time they sit for the test. It would be most beneficial to take the SAT and/or ACT your junior year, then again your senior year. If you receive free or reduced lunch, you qualify for a fee waiver. The counselors have them available in their offices. Please see attachment for 2021-22 testing dates. You may register for the SAT on collegeboard.org. See your counselor with any additional questions.

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

CSP Parents and Returning Athletes for the 2022-23 School Year, If you are planning on participating on a sports team at CSP, each student will need a current physical examination completed by a doctor. All physical exams must be dated as of June 1st 2022, and will be valid through the last playable spring season event. MinuteClinic will be offering a $25 off discount for Sports Physicals between Jun 17th and Sep 14th this year. Patients can go online to make an appointment at www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/services/sports-physicals

Mr. Smith