Reduction in Class Size for some Math Students

Dec. 20, 2011

Algebra I and II Families,

It is with pleasure that I write this letter informing you that we will be able to lower some of our math class numbers in the new year and focus our curriculum more specifically to the needs of your student.  As you know the State of Michigan mandates that all students achieve Algebra 2 prior to graduation.  This is one of the most difficult classes in high school for many of our students.

Through some creative scheduling we will be deploying a few of our math teachers in different positions. The outcome will reduce our teacher student ratio allowing for our staff to individualize their instruction even more - Great!

Beginning after the Christmas Break your child _______________________will take:

Algebra ___ with ______________________ during ____ period in room _________.

We apologize for the short notice, but when we saw this opportunity - we jumped at it.  Please do not hesitate in contacting me with any questions.  Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays … GO PIONEERS !!!

Sincerely,

Mr. Theo A. Kerhoulas

Principal

Croswell-Lexington Early College

The college and high school have been working diligently to tweak the early college program and make it stronger.  Student feedback has been instrumental in our success and has lead to some incredible new opportunities:

Commencement and scholarship time is fast approaching - be sure and discuss your intentions with your parents as they will want to plan for this - I will have an informal parents information session on Dec. 13 at 5:30pm (no pressure to attend - we just want to be available for them).

ENG 101 (3 credits) will be offered to any early college student for the winter term at the Geiger College Center.  Preference will be given to those who did not achieve a 3 or higher on the articulated Advanced Placement exam last year.  It will begin Jan 13 and run on Fridays from 12:45 to 2:35.  Ms. Whelan is the professor. The district will pay half of the cost.  Please fill out the bottom portion of this and return with check to district.

The CLEP exam is an option that you may pursue on your own with SC4.

We are close to securing an agreement with SC4 allowing us to offer HIS 149-150 in lue of Advanced Placement US History (Mrs. Jolley will teach this).

Year 3 will transition primarily to the college campus - here is a skeleton draft that may change (and with written approval can be individualized an/od altered).  Now is the time to start thinking about where you will be transitioning to and contacting that college to determine what they will need (remember none of your college classes were at CLHS).

Both groups will take AP History at Cros-Lex 1st hour and two virtual classes.

Arts (Fall) Science (Fall)
BUS 150 10-11:15 M/W CHE 112 11-12:50 M/T/Th
ENG 102 11-12:15 T/Th ENG 102 2 - 3:15 T/Th
ECO 221 1-2:15 M/W
BIO 100 1-4:00 T/Th

    (Winter)                  (Winter)

9 elective credits CHE 113 11-12:50 M/T/Th
6 elective credits



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this is due to Mr. Kerhoulas (front office) by Dec. 9/11

Yes I am committed to taking ENG 101 through Croswell-Lexington Early College and SC4.  I have included a check for $225.00 and know that I am responsible for any other costs for the class including books.  I also am aware that this opportunity is unique and not to expect it in the future for other advanced placement classes.

Student Name: ____________________________________________________

Student Signature: _________________________________________________

FAQ

F A Q

New Building and Grounds

Croswell-Lexington High School

Q. I heard we are not starting school on time …it this true?
A. School is scheduled to open on time, September 6th

Q. I see there is a new parking lot … how do I get in and where do I park or get dropped off?
A. Parent drop off and students with permits should now enter/exit campus from Croswell Road (not M-90) and park in the new lot on the west side of campus.

Q. How does my Mom get to the main office to drop off paperwork?
A. There are new visitor parking spaces and office access in front of the school (using the south entrance) … this is not for student drop off nor pick up

Q. What is “Pioneer Hall”?
A. Pioneer Hall is a large open space where students can come early before school and stay late to study and collaborate. It has WiFi, a school store, and access to the cafetorium.

Q. Can my grandfather walk on the new indoor running track that goes around the competition gymnasium?
A. Yes, however the new tennis courts, weight room, and indoor running track will not be completed for the first day of school. We will notify the public when these are ready.

Q. Did the schedule times change?
A. Yes, we moved the five minutes previously in third period for announcements to first period - thus announcements should now be played or read during first period - start and finish remain the same.

1st hour 8:10 – 9:25

2nd hour 9:30 – 10:40

3rd hour 10:45 – 12:30 (2 lunches)

4th hour 12:35 – 1:45

5th hour 1:50 – 3:00

Q. Can I ride my skateboard on the new Plaza behind the stadium?
A. Sorry, but for safety reasons skateboards, etc are not permitted on school grounds at any time.

Q. I heard the school locks automatically now at 8:10am to 3:00pm … how do I get in after that?
A. If an adult is signing you in please park in front (guest parking) and walk directly into main office. If you are parking in the student lot, please walk around the west side of building into the main office doors to sign in. Either way you will have to enter the main office during school hours prior to accessing the rest of the facility.

Q. Where do I park for Football Games?
A. For activities in the stadium please park in the student parking lot on the west side and access the stadium through Pioneer Hall. You may also park in the old student lot (south of the football stadium).

Q. Will my locker be the same?
A. Yes, all upper classmen lockers remain the same, and freshmen will be assigned lockers at orientation on Sept 1st.