Students: Please check your email multiple times a day as this is the way you will receive messages from the high school office regarding appointments, items dropped off, etc. along with other school information.
Needing Discoverer merchandise? The CHS Athletics and Activities Department offers Discoverer fans a Sideline Store through BSN Sports. This merchandise website is available any time throughout the year. Please click here to be taken to the link or see the website under news.
Check www.godiscoverers.com for updates on activities and live schedules.
Any student interested in the robotics club should see Mr. Whitmore in room H104 or Mr. Townsend in room G115. This year's challenge looks exciting and we are in search of individuals that like challenges.
New to Columbus and want to be more aware of what Columbus has to offer? Attend Love Where You Live at the CCC Student Center on September 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Looking for a part-time job? Attend the Part-Time Job Fair at the CCC Student Center on September 28th from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information about these opportunities please contact Ms. Bastian in Room G114
Attention, seniors. This is a reminder to make sure you get ALL rollover minutes from last year cleared by September 28 or OSS will be assigned. To know if you owe any minutes from last year, be sure to check your email because emails from Mrs. Hornbeck about your time owed are being sent daily. Please refer to your building Google classroom for more detailed information.
Interested in a future career in law or law enforcement? Have an interest in civics? Do you follow true crime genre television and novels? Mock trial is back this year! We can have up to two teams (20 participants total), so email Mr. Hollister or stop by room H202 for more information.
Creative Writing Club will meet Mondays from 3:45-5:00 pm in room H209 (Ms. May's) for those interested in joining. Please bring a writing utensil/notebook and a positive attitude!
Peru State College will have a representative in the cafeteria during all lunch periods on Monday, September 12th.
SENIORS: please check your counseling google classroom for important announcements regarding ACT sign-up, how to receive scholarship notifications and much more. The first scholarship opportunity was posted last week. Don't miss out on information about these opportunities.
If you aren't a part of the Counseling google classroom, email Mrs. Loeffelholz for the code.
October 31 is a long time to prepare a speech on "Why is the Veteran Important". Students interested in competing in the VOICE OF DEMOCRACY Audio Essay COmpetition should stop by the counseling office to pick up an application. Grand prize is $30,000. CHS has had several students win in the past - try your talent at a chance for money!!!
Any students who are interested in joining Key Club should plan to attend the meeting on Thursday, September 15 at 7:40 or 3:45 in the Concert Hall. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Soltys.
Students in grades 9-12 have a scholarship opportunity. If you are seeking an academic challenge and an opportunity to earn college scholarship money, The American Legion High School Oratorical scholarship program is for you. This constitutional speech contest has the opportunity for students to earn $25,000 to $2,000 in award money at the National Level and $200 - $1,000 at the local level. See your counselor to get a pamphlet with more information.
The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) is proud to sponsor Believers & Achievers, a state-wide awards program that recognizes Nebraska's future leaders. Those students who have shown a commitment to citizenship, school involvement, and community projects will be honored in the Believers & Achievers program.
Program/Application items of note:
- Only members of your Senior Class for the 2022-2023 school year are eligible to be nominated for the Believers & Achievers program.
- The GPA requirement is 3.50 and one must have participated in an NSAA-sponsored activity to be eligible for nomination.
- All sections of the application must be completed and the essay must be sent as a PDF with no numbers in the file name (ex: AshtonHonnorEssay.pdf).
- Application and essay turned emailed to Mr. Tim Kwapnioski, Director of Athletics/Activities by September 9, 2022 at 4 PM.
- 3-4 students will be selected by the administration and names will be submitted to the NSAA. The NSAA will select and honor 48 high school seniors throughout the 2022-23 academic year.
- The program information can be found on the NSAA website by clicking this link - Believers and Achievers Program.
- The 2022-2023 Believers and Achievers application copy: https://5il.co/1gb51
Attention, all 9th graders. Please be sure to accept the invitation to join your Building-Class of 2026 Google Classroom. This classroom will give you access to important school information.
Seniors, please send Mrs. Wallin your nominations for your class song and class motto by September 23. If you are nominating a class song, please send the lyrics along with your nomination.
Lunch Menu for September 5-9
- Monday: No School
- Tuesday: Mini Corn Dogs
- Wednesday: Made Fresh Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet with Garlic Breadstick
- Thursday: Made Fresh Glazed Chicken over Rice
- Friday: Super Nachos with Breadstick
Tuesday, September 6
- As Will Byers has asked ¨can we play dnd now?" well you can! Whether you are a seasoned warrior looking to play or a brand new recruit that wants to learn about the game all are invited to come check out the Dungeons and Dragons Club. We will be hosting an informational meeting on Tuesday September 6th at 4pm in Mr. McGill's room G135 for any that are interested. If you have any questions email Mr. McGill at mcgillk@discoverers.org. We hope to see you there!
- Attention, seniors. The final round of voting for your class officers needs to be completed by the end of the school day on Tuesday, September 6. You can find the form with the top vote getters from the first round in your building Google classroom.
- As a reminder, the second general meeting for SkillsUSA is tonight, September 6th, in room H111. This Is for all current or aspiring members looking to learn more about the program. See you tonight at 6:30pm in room H111.
Wednesday, September 7
- We know you have all had a teacher or educator who has made an impact on your education experience over the years. Have you ever thought maybe a career in education was something you might be interested in pursuing? If you have, or just want to know more about the field of education, Educators Rising is for you. Educators Rising is a student group focused on learning, experiencing, and exploring careers in education as well as being involved in some various service projects focused around educators and education. Join us on Wednesday, Sept 7 at 7:30 a.m in the High School IMC for the kick-off meeting for CHS Educators Rising. If you are interested in learning more, but cannot attend, please reach out to Mrs. Fleming, Mrs. Seckel, or your high school guidance counselor.
- Sophomore and Junior students: If you enjoy meeting new people and you want to give tours to new CHS students make sure to pick up a student ambassador application from the counseling office. They are due on the 7th of September to Ms. Seehusen by 4PM.
- Just a reminder that Wednesday, September 7, is the Wednesday schedule with a 2:35 pm dismissal time.
- Please congratulate our new senior class officers:
- President: Sarah Lasso
- Vice President: Byron Arevalo
- Secretary: Liam Blaser
- Treasurer: Ellie Thompson
Thursday, September 8
- A U.S. Navy representative will be in the cafeteria on Thursday, September 8th during all lunch periods.
Friday, September 9
- There will be an informational meeting for any junior or senior interested in attending the Spring Close Up trip to Washington, DC on Friday, Sept. 9th in Mr. Coan's room (G137). A short meeting will be held before school (7:45) and after school (3:45). You may attend either meeting. Any questions may be directed to Mr. Coan or Mr. Shea.
- Sophomore, Junior and Senior students: If you enjoy helping peers understand academics and often are a go-to person for studying help, please pick up an application to become a STRIVE tutor. They are due on the 9th of September to Ms. Seehusen by 4PM.