Senior Conferences

Class of 2024 students and parents should plan to schedule their senior conferences with their counselor beginning the week of Sept. 4th.  If no appointments are available, please check back periodically as the calendar only allows parents/students to make appointments a certain number of days in advance. 

Parents, parking is extremely limited, so we encourage you to attend the meeting virtually while the students and counselors meet in the counselor's office. Once you schedule your appointment, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting via Microsoft Teams. Parents who do want to attend in person should account for the limited parking situation and give yourself ample time to find a parking space. Meetings will start with students on time, with or without parents, so that we can stay on schedule. 

Please visit the counseling website and watch the Naviance videos posted on the Naviance tab PRIOR to your senior conference. Many general questions can be answered from the tutorial videos.☺️

NOTE: Ms. Claudman is out of the office until Sept. 25^th so she will resume her conferences upon her return. Students on her caseload should check their Naviance email for a message regarding their conferences. 

https://sites.google.com/view/cchs-counseling/meet-your-counselor

Probe College Fair 

Seniors are invited to attend the Probe College Fair on Friday, Sept. 22nd.  Students will depart at 10:30 a.m. and return to Chamblee by 12:30 p.m. Permission slips are available in the counseling office. Space is limited so don't delay.

Students must register at the link below AND return their permission slip by Thursday, Sept. 21st in order to attend. 

https://educollegefair.org/register/fall-2023-probe-fair-student-reg?fair=Dekalb%20Fair

You can view a list of participating colleges at the following link:

https://www.gaprobe.org/student-fair-registration/dekalb%20fair/

College Rep Visits

Juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend college rep visits. Admissions officers from colleges across the country choose Chamblee to visit out of all the high schools in Atlanta, and we want students to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about a college they are interested in or to even find out more about a college they don't know much about. Students can sign up for college rep visits in their Naviance account. Visits are 30 minutes long and will take place in the counseling office. Students must have teacher permission to attend and use their confirmation email as their pass for the visit. Check Naviance often as new reps are signing up daily!

The CHS PTSA Service Committee is pleased to provide a newly revised form for Chamblee High School students to give to nonprofits for a signature, etc., as a way to verify their service hours. The students can submit this form to their respective clubs or to the counseling office for the school's community service award. This form is another option for students, as other service letters or verification on letterhead can also still be submitted. The committee wanted to ease the burden on some nonprofits that did not already have a verification form for volunteers. 

Please bookmark the following sites:

http://bit.ly/CHS23_24English - English

http://bit.ly/CHS23_24Spanish  - Spanish

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is among the largest undergraduate scholarship programs available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational experience – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2024.
• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2024.
• GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Income –Demonstrate unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with a maximum annual gross income of $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new  College Scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $35,000.  During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.

THIS HIGHLY COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDES:

• Up to $55,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school.
• Ability to pursue any area of study.
• Personal advising about selecting a college and navigating financial aid.
• Multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the student experience.

APPLY HERE:  https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/

DEADLINE: NOV. 16, 2023

QuestBridge is a nonprofit that connects academically outstanding students from low-income backgrounds with admission and full four-year scholarships to 50 top colleges through the National College Match. This is a college admission and scholarship process through which high-achieving, low-income students can be "matched" — admitted early with full four-year scholarships to QuestBridge college partners. The Match Scholarship is offered as part of a generous financial aid package provided by the college, and it is worth over $200,000. More information about eligibility is available at www.questbridge.org. Please check it out! 

The deadline to apply is September 26, 2023.

Interested in SCAD? Apply now and use the code EDU2324 to waive the $100 application fee. 

Applying for the Heisman High School Scholarship is your chance to be rewarded and gain local, state, and even national recognition for all that you’ve put into your high school career. If you’ve maintained at least a B average, participate in at least one of the school sponsored sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Associations, are a leader in your community and role model at your school, then you’ve got what it takes.

Winners from every school and scholarships from $1,000 to $10,000. Visit www.heismanscholarship.com to apply before the October 17, 2023 deadline.

Case Western Reserve University is currently accepting student applications for our Diversity Overnight program on Nov. 12 and 13. Applications are due by Oct. 2. 

Diversity Overnight is designed for smart and curious high school seniors from diverse backgrounds, to give them an in-depth look at the opportunities available to our students. The program is currently available for high school seniors in high schools in the United States.

We encourage students whom would be a good fit for Case Western Reserve to submit an application for this event today.

Participants accepted to Diversity Overnight stay overnight in a hotel near campus, engage with faculty and learn about the many opportunities available to students at CWRU and throughout our campus in Cleveland's University Circle.

On Monday, Nov. 13, participants will join hundreds of other prospective CWRU students at our Fall Open House, where they will learn more about how our students contribute to classroom discussions, participate in meaningful extracurricular activities and engage in hands-on learning.
 
Case Western Reserve will cover the cost of meals and lodging for students accepted to this program. 

Bulldogs-- we are excited to continue offering the Civic Engagement Diploma Seal.  For information on how to earn this honor, please click HERE. 

Camp MAGIK/Camp Erin – 2023 Fall Announcement --Special Camps for Kids Age 7-18 Who Have Lost a Parent, Sibling or Other Close Loved One-- www.campmagik.org Oct 27 – Oct 29, 2023 Clarkesville, Georgia Deadline to apply October 13, 2023 Camp MAGIK is pleased to announce its 2023 fall schedule of healing camps for children and teens. Camp MAGIK (Mainly About Grief In Kids) serves children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or other close family member within the past three years. Camp MAGIK will provide an opportunity for children and teens to meet, talk, and process their grief with professional grief counselors. Time will also be spent on play and fun as a way to help the children heal from the experience of death in the family. Activities may include archery, canoeing, a ropes course, nature hikes, treasure hunts, hay rides, campfires, story-telling, and a talent show. Each camp will be divided into two groups, one for ages 7 - 11, and one for ages 12 - 17. Application forms are available at www.campmagik.org under the “join us” tab. 

Probe College Fair 

Seniors are invited to attend the Probe College Fair on Friday, Sept. 22nd.  Students will depart at 10:30 a.m. and return to Chamblee by 12:30 p.m. Permission slips are available in the counseling office. Space is limited so don't delay. 

Students must register at the link below AND return their permission slip by Thursday, Sept. 21st in order to attend.  

https://educollegefair.org/register/fall-2023-probe-fair-student-reg?fair=Dekalb%20Fair

You can view a list of participating colleges at the following link:

https://www.gaprobe.org/student-fair-registration/dekalb%20fair/

College Rep Visits

Juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend college rep visits. Admissions officers from colleges across the country choose Chamblee to visit out of all the high schools in Atlanta, and we want students to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about a college they are interested in or to even find out more about a college they don't know much about. Students can sign up for college rep visits in their Naviance account. Visits are 30 minutes long and will take place in the counseling office. Students must have teacher permission to attend and use their confirmation email as their pass for the visit. Check Naviance often as new reps are signing up daily!

CHS Class of 2024, check HERE often for Senior Class updates.

Parents, you may or may not be aware that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is being revamped and will be released sometime in December 2023. While we do not know all of the changes yet, we are still moving forward with our previously scheduled Financial Aid Night on Thursday, Sept. 28^th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. A representative from the GA Student Finance Commission will present on the various financial aid opportunities available through the state of Georgia and provide an overview of the different types of aid (loans, scholarships, grants) and how to apply (FAFSA, CSS, GSFAPP). Please make plans to join us!

The Blue & Gold Foundation approved a $9,000 grant to provide classroom support for each of our faculty and staff at our most recent meeting.  We are delighted to provide funds to assist our outstanding teachers with classroom and curriculum enhancements. 

Please Save the Date....The 17th Annual Chamblee High School Hall of Fame Dinner is scheduled for Thursday, October 26, 2023.  Stay tuned for more information! 

The Blue & Gold Foundation thanks parents, families and friends for the your generous donations to support Chamblee High School.. We appreciate you! 

The CHS Blue & Gold Foundation is a 501c3 non profit organization supporting Chamblee High School by funding grant requests for classroom supplies, projects, equipment and experiences that enrich our curriculum and facilities and benefit our CHS faculty and students.  

For more information about the Foundation, please visit our webpage 

To make a tax deductible donation, click here. 

Blue & Gold Foundation 22-23 Annual Report 

Attached is a copy of the Blue & Gold Foundation's Annual Report for the 22-23 School year. Please review to learn more about what the Foundation does to support CHS students and faculty through the generous donations from our school  community. You can also access the Annual Report on our website:   

http://chsblueandgoldfoundation.org/wp_1/?p=10722 

Thank you for your continued support of Chamblee High School and the Blue & Gold Foundation! 

Need Help?

We know that change isn't always easy. Add uncertainty and disappointment to that change and sometimes it may feel a bit overwhelming or even scary. If you (parents or students) need to speak with someone, please don't hesitate to reach out to the professionals for help.

CDC developed a website: Stress and Coping - Need Help? Know Someone Who Does?

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html

Spanish version:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety-sp.html

National Suicide Prevention Line 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). Press 1 for English and 2 for Spanish.

GA Crisis & Access Line 1-800-715-4255

Crisis Text Number-use this number if you can't talk freely and/or would prefer to text with someone. Text 741-741 for help.

DeKalb Behavioral Health Line (404) 294-0499

Chamblee HS PTSA

3688 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road

Chamblee GA 30341