Cherokee Elementary sponsored its 3rd and final Report Card Open House for the 2012/2013 school year on Monday, March 18. Approximately 150 folks came to school that rainy afternoon to visit with teachers and receive their child’s Report Card.
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Cherokee Elementary School sponsors Report Card Open House
Cherokee Central Schools clarifies use of eagle feathers during graduation
In regard to public inquiries over the use of eagle feathers (and other raptor series bird feathers) during graduation ceremonies at Cherokee Central, the Cherokee Central Schools Administration has taken the position that the use and display of eagle feathers (and other raptor series bird feathers) and Cherokee traditional beadwork are welcomed and encouraged....
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Harrah’s Cherokee donation to help Cherokee Elementary students
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort has donated $25,000 to the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT). The sponsorship will be used to continue funding a Cherokee Elementary School program that encourages teachers to share skills, experiences, teaching methods, and ideas for the best education practices to advance students in the classroom. In...
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Cherokee Central Schools and Swain County Schools Board of Education Annual Joint Board meeting
March 21 at 6pm in the Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center. The Boards will discuss their MOA.
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Teen Black Light Dance at Cherokee Youth Center
By SKY KANOTT CHEROKEE YOUTH COUNCIL The Cherokee Youth Council is hosting a Teen Black light Dance Fundraiser on Friday, March 22 from 7-11pm at the Cherokee Youth Center. All teens between 12-17 years of age are invited. There will be games, dancing, food and plenty to do. Cost is $3 with ticket at...
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Cherokee Schools names new child nutrition director
Recently employed as the child nutrition director at Cherokee Central Schools, Janette Hammett’s seek for challenge and a way to use her education finally became a reality. Jannette was born in Spartanburg, SC. She lived the majority of her childhood years in Burlington, Ontario. However, her routes are deep in the mountains of western...
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Sealant Fiesta coming to Cherokee Elementary
The “Sealant Fiesta” is coming to Cherokee Elementary School. During the week of March 18, third and fifth grade students at Cherokee Elementary school will have the opportunity to participate in the “Sealant Fiesta.” Dental sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to help protect them from cavities. The process is...
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Assessments for Cherokee High School
The North Carolina End-of-Course Tests are used to sample a student’s knowledge of subject-related concepts as specified in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and to provide a global estimate of the student’s mastery of the material in a particular content area.
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CMS Testing information
We are currently at the end of our 3rd Quarter and using Classscape to administer our third and final Benchmark test for the year.
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Testing Information for Cherokee Elementary
Cherokee Elementary School’s testing program for the 2012/2013 school year will change as a result of the adoption of the new Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematics and English Language Arts as well as the North Carolina Essential Standards (ES) for Science.
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Taking sovereignty to new heights
Five Cherokee High School students shot for the stars on Friday, March 8, and their weather balloon almost made it. The balloon, equipped with a camera, was launched from the Cherokee High School soccer field.
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Bill Taylor Scholarship available for business students
The Bill Taylor Scholarship is available and intended for students pursuing a degree in “Business Administration, or a business related area.” Applicants must be either EBCI tribal members or members of their immediate family. Applications and a sheet of “guidelines” are available at the Tribal Education and Training Office and must be returned by...
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CMS and CHS staff hold “Biggest Loser” contest
The Health office at Cherokee High School and Cherokee Middle School organized a “Biggest Loser” contest to kick off the New Year. The contest was designed to encourage motion, reduce blood sugar, reduce blood pressure and improve overall health. The contest was for employees only, with each employee contributing $2 to join and $2...
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Qualla Library celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday
The Qualla Boundary Library hosted an event celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday on Friday, March 1.
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