Attn: Current High School Juniors and Seniors (2023-2024) School Year!
The FBI Pittsburgh Division is happy to announce our division will be hosting four in-person Teen Academies this fall.
The dates and locations for the 2023 Fall Program are below:
FBI Charleston, WV Teen Academy; October 18, 2023
FBI Huntington, WV Teen Academy; October 19, 2023
FBI Pittsburgh, PA Teen Academy; October 26, 2023
FBI Martinsburg, WV Teen Academy; November 2, 2023
Teen Academy is a one-day hands-on program for current High School Juniors and Seniors (2023-2024 school year) who live within the FBI Pittsburgh Division’s area of responsibility in Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Teen Academy is a chance for youth to learn about the FBI and what a variety of career paths in the FBI would entail.
Selected students are offered insight into a number of topics and specialties, including the importance of making good choices when using online communication platforms, federal law violations the FBI investigates, requirements of all FBI applicants, and the FBI’s domestic and international roles. Students will also enjoy various hands-on experiences involving specialized areas of the FBI, such as our Evidence Response Team. After completing the class, students are more aware of challenges their communities face, better understand how the FBI serves their region, and are prepared to mentor their peers.
Please visit the following link to view a sneak peek of our Teen Academy program and to download an official application, which includes an essay requirement. When you click on the city of your choice, make sure you scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the link to download the file, complete the application on your computer and return via e-mail to the POCs listed below.
FBI TEEN ACADEMY APPLICATIONS - FALL 2023
Application dates vary. See the site above for more information.
Pittsburgh applications should be sent to: fatrovato@fbi.gov
Charleston, Huntington, & Martinsburg applications should be sent to: wnbarnhart@fbi.gov
Please contact me with any questions you may have.
Regards,
Whitney
Whitney N. Barnhart
Community Outreach Specialist
FBI Pittsburgh – Charleston Resident Agency
E-mail: wnbarnhart@fbi.gov
Desk: 304.346.2432
Cell: 412.334.1979
The 6th grade social studies Preamble Challenge was a success. It was great to hear students recite the Preamble last Friday, on the first day of school, while others took the weekend and recited it on Monday. Raffle tickets were given, and prizes were awarded in each class.
~Mr. Cosgrove
Lifetouch will be here MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2023 to take student portraits. Senior and underclassmen will be taken on this day. Senior portraits will be formal (drapes, shirt, tie, and jacket) for senior students and those items will be provided by Prestige Portraits that day. Please plan to get your picture taken that day even if you don't plan to purchase the pictures so that your picture will be in the yearbook.
Reminder: CMHS PTO meeting is tomorrow Aug 22nd at 5:00 in the Commons Area. We will be electing new officers. Hope to see you there!
Required Parent Volunteer training will be provided to those in attendance.
Dear Families,
Calhoun County High School students are invited to join us on an upcoming educational travel experience to Puerto Rico in April 2024! All details will be covered in our informational meeting.
Meeting Details:
Date: August 30, 2023
Time: 6pm
Location: Calhoun High School Commons Area
Information Covered: itinerary, activities, dates, academic opportunities, cost, and EF's risk free enrollment period.
It is mandatory to register for the meeting if you think you may be interested in going on the trip. Please scan the QR code below or type the link in your browser to register.
https://bit.ly/44TZcBY
There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
Thanks,
Debra McClain
High School Social Studies Teacher
This is a reminder from Trudi Anderson your school nurse that all 7th and 12th graders need to be up to date on the current immunization Requirements. This includes Tdap and Meningitis. You must be up to date on the first day of school or you will need to be excluded from school and extra curricular activities until they are up to date. If you have any questions you can call my office at 354-6148 ex 219. Looking forward to a wonderful school year!
NO High School volleyball practice this evening due to storms.
There will be practice tomorrow, Tuesday, August 8 at 3:30 to 530. Please make sure to bring physicals.
~Emilee Nichols, Athletic Director
Dear CMS 6th Graders, Mr. Cosgrove couldn't wait to see you and begin teaching you in two weeks. He's ready to get started NOW! Please see the following message from him:
Sixth Grade Social Studies Students
Your teacher can’t wait to get started
Preamble Challenge!
The first thing I want you to learn this year is, who’s the boss in this country. The Constitution tells you the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government, and exactly how the government works. It is explained in the articles and amendments. However, who is in charge, and the goals of the Constitution, are given in the first paragraph, called the Preamble to the Constitution. In fact, the first three words will tell you who is in charge.
Your job: memorize the Preamble, and recite it to me on the first day of class, August 18th. If you do recite it, you will get 3-raffle tickets. I have to give the kids a chance that didn’t get to see this, and will tell them on the 18th. They only have until the 21st for 2 tickets. At least three prizes will be given to each class. I’m a poor teacher so don’t expect too much (basketball, fishing pole type stuff). If you are shy that first day, you can work with a friend and recite it together (you don’t have to recite it in front of the whole class, but, I hope you do).
Have fun with this, don’t panic, it is not mandatory. Enjoy the rest of your summer. I’ll get back to my lesson plans…
Mr. Dan Cosgrove
The Preamble
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
For Calhoun County Middle High School Students in grades 6-12 interested in doing cross country; practice begins Monday, July 31st at 3pm-5pm. Meet at the barn at Calhoun County Park.
Bring your physical, water bottle and appropriate clothing.
The Columbus Zoo Field Trip is expected to return back at CCMHS at 8:45 PM. We will update if anything changes.
On April 19th, Mason Siwicki competed in the Trig-Star math competition at Glenville State University. The event was supported by the WV Society of Professional Surveyors and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. After receiving 1st place at GSU, his score was compared with other winners across the state. He was notified this week that of all the participants in WV, he was ranked the top scorer. Later this month Mason will be taking the National Trig-Star exam representing WV.
The week of June 11th-16th Emily Anderson attended American Legion Auxiliary WV Rhododendron Girls State. Throughout the six days she listened to guest speakers including Senator Shelley Moore Capito and other WV state elected officials. She participated in learning about our state government and learned many leadership skills. Girls State has a mock election, where Emily ran for the House of Delegates. She was elected into the House among her peers. With this, she made history and was given the opportunity to take part in the very first joint Legislative session between Mountaineer Boys State and Rhododendron Girls State. The bill that she took part on passed through both the House and the Senate. It was titled Community Mental Health Initiative. This bill extended access to facilities and services for mental health in the state of WV. Emily said “It was one of the best things I have ever experienced, and Girls State will always hold a special place in my heart!” Emily is a senior at Calhoun Middle High School and is the daughter of Shannon and Trudi Anderson.
Congratulations to Bryant Yoak, 2nd Team Class A All-State pitcher!
Save the Date! The annual Calhoun County Schools "Back to School Bash" has been scheduled for August 15th, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, @ CMHS! We look forward to seeing you there!
6th - 8th grade boys interested in basketball!
Anthony Schoo, of Grantsville, WV, is the son of Casey and Marissa Staples. He has been a member of eh cross-country, basketball, and wrestling teams.
Colby Lamb of Munday, WV, is the son of April Richards. He has been accepted to West Virginia University-Parkersburg. He has been awarded the G. Dave Ramezn Memorial Scholarship. He was a member of the 2022 SKILLS USA West Virginia Gold Medalist in Information Systems. He was a member of the Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center E-Sports and Track and Field teams. He was also a member of Mu Alpha Theta and the National Technical Honor Society. Colby has had a fascination with taking old computers and fixing them from the time he was a young child. In his spare time, he enjoys playing video games and talking to friends. He plans to major in Information Technology and upon college graduation, he plans to find a job and live in the Parkersburg area.
Mr. Cosgrove’s Social Studies Awards
Awards were given to 6th grade students for achievements during the 2022-2023 school year.
Special awards included:
The Spirit of Tuskegee Award/Citizenship Award and Excellence Award to Trevor Mayle (American Flag pin, Social Studies Medal and Tuskegee Airmen Bronze Coin from the U.S. Mint)
Excellence Award as the co-top 6th grade social studies student to Trinity Probasco (American Flag pin, Social Studies Medal and 16th Street Baptist Church Bronze Coin from the U.S. Mint)
Excellence Award as the co-top 6th grade social studies student to Mackenzie Wright (American Flag pin, Social Studies Medal and 16th Street Baptist Church Bronze Coin from the U.S. Mint)
Certificates of Commendation (With American Flag pin, and Social Studies Medal) For recognition and appreciation for superior academic performance, effort, and conduct in the 6th grade Social Studies Classroom were awarded to:
2nd Period:
Carissa Sands, Preston Sauer, and Lydia Starcher
5th period:
Paislee Perkins, Regan Smith, Danika Starcher, and Kiera Trask
6th period:
Trevor Mayle, Trinity Probasco, and Mackenzie Wright
Certificates of Appreciation (With American Flag pin) for recognition and appreciation for academic performance, effort and conduct in the Social Studies Classroom were awarded to:
2nd period:
Caden Osborne, Lilly Falls, Elizabeth Garrett, Riley Hupp, Olivia Sarratori, Paityn Roberts, and Izabella Zwoll
5th period
Ryan Carpenter, Caiden Wolford, Mollie Perkins, Iyree Reynolds and Ellie Tawney
6th period
Sam Bailey, Hanlea Campbell, Caylee Cottrill, Aleeya Hosey, Jace Lemon, Camry Parsons, Ryland Smith, and Avery Wood
Empowerment Acknowledgements
Leadership awards – For outstanding demonstrated leadership skills in the Universal Explorer’s Pathway:Tucker Sampson, Anessia Kerby, Hanlea Campbell, and Trinity Probasco
STEM Achievement Award for superior work with drones, United States Space Force, and leaders in the technology division of the Universal Explorers awarded to Anessia Kerby and Tucker Sampson
7th Grade Acknowledgements
This is the 23rd year Mr. Cosgrove has selected a Student of the Year.
Last year, two students were selected as the Student of the Year. They were not recognized at the time and received their certificates this year. They also received Certificates of Commendation for their continued superior performance in the social studies classroom. Last year’s Student of the Year were:
Kendall Snodgress and Jasmyne Tingler
This year, Tucker Sampson, was selected as the Student of the Year—based on performance, conduct, and simply for being a great kid!
Note: Funding for awards was due in part to a generous donation from Civil Rights Freedom Rider, Joan Browning.
Reminder: student devices (computer, charger and possible bookbag) need to be turned in before school is out. Please see the attached picture or information below for the schedule. Students will be called by AA to the library to return equipment.
Please contact the school if you have any questions.
Computer Collection Information
5th Grade - 5/22, 8am-3pm
6th-8th grade- 5/25 ,11:30am-3pm and 5/26 8am, – 11:30am
9th-11th - 5/24, 8am-3pm (or after last exam) and 5/25, 8am–11:30am
