Dear Trojan Family,

Most of you have already heard that the remainder of our school year will look a little different than we had originally planned! Nothing is impossible when you have the faculty, staff, students, and parents that we have at Charles Henderson High School. The next few weeks will be filled with innovative, fun, and creative ways to educate our students and finish the 2019-2020 school year strong! While we will miss seeing each of your faces everyday remember that if we all follow the guidelines set out by Governor Ivey we will be back together again soon. In the next week we will be contacting everyone with instructions and guidelines for how the rest of our school year will look. It is imperative that all students join the correct Google Classroom for each class for which they are enrolled and check their school email account regularly.  We will also be using other methods of communication to reach our students and parents such as: calls, text messages, Remind, website updates, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. 

As things are changing daily we will adjust as needed and be in contact with each of you regularly. We are here to support each and every one of you in whatever your needs may be at this time! Students, we love and miss each one of you! Seniors, we will do everything in our power to celebrate you and all of your accomplishments! Be patient and kind to others during this time... but most of all BE GREAT!

Love, 

Mrs. Fayson

#CHotod

#CHHSstrong

Troy City Schools eLearning Plan and Resources Website

This is an update on the latest Coronavirus and the status of school. Based on guidance received from the ALSDE, currently, TCS is monitoring all Coronavirus updates and will continuously keep parents and guardians informed. Also, TCS sports and events will be postponed until further notice.     

Due to the State of Emergency declared by Gov. Ivey, schools in Alabama will be closed starting Thursday, March 19th, through Friday, April 3rd.  Schools could re-open on Monday, April 6th, depending on the situation at that time.

Due to circumstances beyond our control and based on directives from the Alabama State Department of Education, unfortunately we will have to cancel our Prom that was scheduled for March 20th.  We will attempt to reschedule.  Thank you for understanding.

Information on Coronavirus Disease

TCS Families, Faculty, and Staff, 

We want to let you know about our efforts to monitor coronavirus disease 2019, also known as COVID-19. The 2019 novel (or new) coronavirus causes a potentially severe respiratory illness. It was recently identified in China and is now being detected worldwide. Currently, there are no known cases in Alabama. We are coordinating with the Alabama Department of Public Health,
local healthcare authorities, and the State Department of Education to be prepared with the most up-to-date information and guidance involving the virus. 

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has guidelines in place for anyone who has traveled internationally to certain affected geographic areas. Find more resources about 2019 coronavirus through the Alabama Department of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control. The CDC also provides specific information for travelers. This information includes a list of areas with the sustained transmission of the virus and/or travel restrictions to the United States.

According to CDC guidance, those returning from China or areas with active community transmission of 2019 coronavirus will have at least some restrictions on their interactions for 14 days after leaving the affected areas. According to ADPH, any students or staff in this group must remain out of school for the duration of this period. On March 5, the Troy City Schools
Board of Education authorized the Interim Superintendent to follow all guidelines and exercise guidance from ADPH regarding the 2019 coronavirus. This includes any amendments to the guidance moving forward. Parents/guardians, faculty, and staff should notify your school’s principal of any upcoming out-of-country travel plans.

In our schools, everyday health practices remain important. We encourage
our students and staff to:

• stay home when sick and until you are fever-free for at least 24 hours after
  the last administration of fever-reducing medicine.
• practice frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds at a time.
• cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or sleeve.
• avoid touching your face, mouth, nose, and eyes.
• avoid being around those who are sick. 

Although it will not prevent coronavirus, a flu shot is still recommended for those who have not had one this flu season. Ample cleaning supplies are in our schools and our custodians disinfect high-contact surfaces. Plans are currently being finalized for a meeting in the coming days, among local healthcare and education leaders, to discuss monitoring and prevention of 2019 novel coronavirus. 

Families can stay up to date on 2019 novel coronavirus and recommended actions through the Centers for Disease Control and Alabama Department of Public Health. If new information results in how our schools respond to 2019 novel coronavirus, TCS will communicate this information to you. 

Sincerely, 
Cynthia Thomas
Interim Superintendent

#CHotod

Chuck High   One Team One Dream

The 2020 CHHS Yearbook is available for pre-order in the Media Center OR online at https://chhsyearbook2020.picaboo.com/ through April 1st. The cost for hardcover is $50 and softcover is $40. Free personalization and a free eYearbook are included with all online purchases. Online orders will also include sales tax.

All yearbook orders placed by the April 1st deadline either online or through the school will be sent directly to the school and arrive the first week of May. There will be no extra books ordered so make sure you secure your copy today!

https://chhsyearbook2020.picaboo.com/

TCS ALL-SPORTS PASSES

CHHS is selling All-Sports Passes for all Troy City Schools Home Athletic Events

$225 for a family pass (up to 6 immediate family members)

or

$125 for a couple's pass

Purchase in the CHHS Office.  Checks should be made out to CHHS.

There will be no cards issued.  Passholder names will be on a master list at the event gate.  Adults should be prepared to show a driver's license or other picture ID at the gate.

CHHS OFFICE HOURS

7:30 - 3:30

Get your Trojan Card while it lasts!  CHHS Football Team is selling Trojan Cards for $20.00. Make checks payable to Charles Henderson Football Boosters or CHFB.

For more information, contact Coach McCoy at (334) 726-7145.