From the Principal's Desk

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 04/22/2022 03:06 PM EDT
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In this Issue

1.  From the Principal's Desk

2.  Chantilly High School Mainstage Production

3.  Class of 2022 from the PTSA

4.  From the PTSA:  Staff Appreciation Week for Chantilly HS starts April 24th

5.  Recognitions

6.  Recent Student Successes

1.  From the Principal's Desk

Dear Members of The Chantilly Community:

Happy Friday. With temperatures this morning in the 40s and temperatures on Sunday forecast in the 80s, it appears that we will have to jump straight from heat to AC! Prom returned as we once knew it this past Saturday night and it went great. Tickets were sold out and students really seemed to enjoy the new venue (Sweeney Barn in Manassas). Students commented that it has more character than a hotel and includes some beautiful spaces. For example, a grain elevator has been converted into a large spiral staircase. It is also significantly cheaper than the venues we have used in the past. Due to this favorable feedback, we have already decided to hold prom at Sweeney Barn again next year. Special thanks to CHS staff members Zack Winfrey, Bonnie Wannett, and Hollie Porcella for organizing a great event. I also want to thank CHS parent Aleida Soledad Soto for donating the beautiful flower arrangements that adorned the venue.

Best Wishes,

Scott

Sweeney Barn

Prom - Class of 2022

2.  Chantilly High School Mainstage Production

Chantilly HS Drama Department invites you to our performance of the classic Sondheim musical, “Into the Woods”. Come see this amazing cast & crew in what will truly be an epic production!  

Four Show Dates: April 27-30, 2022 at 7pm at Chantilly High School

Tickets Orders: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15602/?fbclid=IwAR0nNZCYNy8qOD4-XiXUfti

 

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3.  Class of 2022 from the PTSA

Senior Parents/Guardians:

  • We’re all proud of our kids! Show them by purchasing a graduation yard sign to display your feelings! $25 each. https://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store/items/456041 If you prefer to pay cash please email julieohmchang@gmail.com (If you’ve already purchased one, Julie will be in touch soon to coordinate pickup).
  • How would you like to have us reserve prime seating for you at Eagle Bank Arena? No worries about fighting traffic to arrive and get seats together! Buy raffle tickets for the chance to win a set of 10 prime reserved seats. $10 a ticket. https://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store/items/661777

  • Pre-registration for the All Night Grad Party , of $85.00, will end on May 27, 2022.  After this date seniors will only be able to attend if they pay at the door the night of the party, $100, cash only. To get the best deal on the best graduation party, now is the time to register.

    As a reminder, this year’s party will be on June 1, 2022 at the school from 11pm-5am.  To register your student, please go online at http://chantillyhsptsa.org/ANGP/ANGP.html and complete the online registration form.  You may send a check payable to CHS PTSA - ANGP and should be mailed to the school to:

    Chantilly High School, 4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151

    ATTN: ANGP Registration

    We can’t do this without you so we would love all the volunteers we can get for that night! 

    Traci Hopkins and Laura Richer, ANGP 2022 Co-Chairs

4.  From the PTSA:  Staff Appreciation Week for Chantilly HS starts April 25th

The PTSA would like to show our support for the wonderful Chantilly HS staff. Along with providing lunch and other fun goodies during the week, we will once again have our annual staff appreciation raffle. It is always a BIG hit!! 

Every staff member receives an entry. We give away gift cards, themed baskets, vacation rentals, meals, and jewelry from generous donors in our school community. We encourage the contributions to be creative. It would be great if every family could contribute something. There are about 375 staff members!

Please drop off donations marked PTSA in the office before Friday, April 22nd.

Thank you for your support.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AADA92CAA8-staff2

5.  Recognitions

The Chantilly Pyramid Art Show was back in a big way!!  On Wednesday evening April 20th Chantilly High School hosted it’s 1st in person Pyramid Show since the Pandemic, and it was a huge success! The Chantilly Visual Art Department invited all the schools in the Chantilly Pyramid (elementary and middle schools) to feature their best student artists and artwork, alongside Chantilly High School’s best AP Art, Studio Art, Photography, Digital Art, 3d art and the artists who created it.  Click here for more information.

Art

Chantilly Pyramid Art Show

In March, The Technology Student Association (TSA) had an in-person Regional competition and several students/teams were placed in the top 10. The students/teams who have placed in the top 3 will compete at our State competition.  Click here for results.

Congratulations to Cadet Ryan Yi, who has been recognized as the Air Force Association Most Outstanding AFJROTC Cadet for the STATE OF VIRGINIA! He will now compete at the regional level!

Craft Show

6.  Recent Student Successes

This is the next installment for the school year of what has become a weekly segment aimed at recognizing students for demonstrating recent improvement or achievement in academics, behavior or citizenship. At the end of each recognition, you will see the name of the nominating teacher or staff member. On a rotating basis, departments will nominate students.  I meet with recognized students each week to congratulate them in person. 

  • Krishna Bhamidipati has assisted with the recertification of the Purple Express (Gold Certified), qualified for ICDC this year, earned a DECA Scholarship, and has been a 4-year Marketing student. Krishna, I appreciate your dedication to the Marketing Department while at CHS.  Ms. Karyn Jones
  • Gavin Brownstein has achieved the very difficult Expert Level in the Microsoft Office Specialist Program that provides industry-leading assessments of skills and knowledge through project-based testing, giving students real-world exercises to appraise their understanding of Microsoft Office in Advanced Information Systems.  This guarantees that every certified user has demonstrated the ability to command the full features and functionality of Microsoft Office, preparing them for future academic or workforce opportunities.  Mr. Scott Loube
  • Ayman Chowdhury is a diligent student in Web Design going above and beyond to learn the Adobe products so he can give himself the best chance at earning certificates. He has already earned the Adobe Photoshop certificate!  Ms. Cindy Belsky
  • Gabrielle Estrella is a talented artist who challenges themselves to their fullest potential. Gabby is always completing all classwork and projects on time while exceeding all expectations. Gabby is a pleasure to have in class!  Ms. Christine Choi
  • Jack Hogan has achieved the very difficult Expert Level in the Microsoft Office Specialist Program that provides industry-leading assessments of skills and knowledge through project-based testing, giving students real-world exercises to appraise their understanding of Microsoft Office in Advanced Information Systems.  This guarantees that every certified user has demonstrated the ability to command the full features and functionality of Microsoft Office, preparing them for future academic or workforce opportunities.  Mr. Scott Loube
  • Caitlin Huynh-Nguyen is a very creative and hardworking student in my Design Multimedia class. She uses her skills in art and the Adobe Suite to create beautiful projects. Keep up the great work!  Ms. Catherine Casares
  • Brian Le is a proactive student excelling in his work by asking questions or seeking greater understanding of topics taught. For example, he went to Giant, arranged meetings with the managers and interviewed them for a deeper understanding of their business for a class presentation.  Ms. Courtney Marshall
  • Andy Liang has achieved the very difficult Expert Level in the Microsoft Office Specialist Program that provides industry-leading assessments of skills and knowledge through project-based testing, giving students real-world exercises to appraise their understanding of Microsoft Office in Advanced Information Systems.  This guarantees that every certified user has demonstrated the ability to command the full features and functionality of Microsoft Office, preparing them for future academic or workforce opportunities.  Mr. Scott Loube
  • Pratham Santapur has been a stand-out student this year in Marketing 1. He is methodical in his thinking to create some really interesting and relevant marketing materials, from developing a new product to designing a news story on Flipgrid. Pratham also has qualified for the DECA International Career Development Conference in the Principles of Finance category. We wish him the best of luck!  Ms. Jennifer Piotrowski
  • Chiao Soh has achieved the very difficult Expert Level in the Microsoft Office Specialist Program that provides industry-leading assessments of skills and knowledge through project-based testing, giving students real-world exercises to appraise their understanding of Microsoft Office in Advanced Information Systems.  This guarantees that every certified user has demonstrated the ability to command the full features and functionality of Microsoft Office, preparing them for future academic or workforce opportunities.  Mr. Scott Loube
  • Elan Stoddard is a respectful and hardworking student in Geosystems class. He uses his class time wisely and tirelessly to complete his assignments. He self-advocates for his needs when he needs help and helps his group to do their best on group projects.  Ms. Betty Ablimit
  • Allison Tran is a great role model for her peers. She consistently works hard on her assignments, is engaged in the lessons and activities, and is a wonderful part of our classroom community. Allison, it is a joy to teach you and your positive spirit shines brightly each day.  Ms. Alena Andrews