Events
Making Music at Floyd Fest ’24
Congratulations to our esteemed board member, John McBroom, on the incredible success of FloydFest at its brand new site, FestivalPark! The CHS Band delivered an outstanding performance on Sunday under the guidance of band instructor Seph Custer. Their set showcased the hard work and dedication of our students. A special round of applause went to […]
The Class of 2024 Graduation
Our Class of 2024 Graduation was held at the Fitzpatrick Hall at the Jefferson Center on Friday, May 31st. We enjoyed seeing everyone’s family and friends present, as well as a number of alumni students. We also gave Bethany a warm send off. Congratulations to our graduates!
Graduation Cap Decorating 2024
We’re so thankful for all of the students (9th-11th grade) who came out and spent their afternoon personalizing a graduation cap for each and every senior. The seniors do not see their graduation caps until just before the ceremony.
2024 End of Year Celebration at Loch Haven Lake
To celebrate the end of a wonderful year, we all had a blast at the lake! We paddled kayaks, splashed around, trekked through nature, chilled out, and enjoyed each other’s company.
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Engineering Mobiles
Engineering students learned about center of mass, rotational motion, and torque by building balanced mobiles. Some students started with calculations and a plan, while others began their project by building and balancing by eye. The second group found out how tricky that approach was, and how useful an accurate drawing can be. In the end, […]
Matcha & Mindfulness
The Tea Class practiced mindfulness through the art of tea preparation and enjoyment, providing a calming sanctuary in everyday life.
VAIS Conference 2024
Becca, Jonathan, and Josh attended the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) annual conference at St. Christopher’s School in Richmond, where they attended presentations, workshops, and met with educators from across Virginia. In addition to learning from peer institutions, they also gave a presentation on CHS’s narrative evaluations as a mode of assessment.
Motion Lab
In the study of calculus, one of the most fascinating applications is understanding motion through derivatives. This concept allows students to explore the relationships between position, velocity, and acceleration. Using motion-sensor carts, our students saw these mathematical principles come to life by testing their initial predictions against real-life data. These hands-on experiments helped solidify their […]
Roanoke College Tree Tour
Roanoke College’s campus is home to some 1,000 trees of at least 77 different species. CHS parent and Roanoke College professor Dr. Laura Harman and her colleague, Dr. Mike Wise, gave our Plants class a tree tour of the campus. Some of the highlights included the 200+ year old Dutch Elm, which existed before the […]
Fitness Training at The Noke
Our physical education students were treated to a fitness training session at The Noke. Our PE program strives to provide an opportunity for personal growth, team building, and the development of healthy habits, whether each student is a seasoned athlete or someone just beginning their fitness journey.
Animating Shapes
The Animation class collaborated on creating characters from shapes drawn by their classmates. They sketched out basic shapes, then passed the papers around the room, allowing each other to fill in the character designs and add features. It was not only a fun project, but one that promoted collaboration and encouraged imaginative thinking.
Día de los Muertos
The Día de los Muertos celebration at Morningside Urban Farm, artistically conceptualized by Brian Counihan, was a vibrant event focused on cultural expression and community involvement. Throughout the month, various workshops, including a sugar skull crafting session by artist Zuheil Alvarez Cortes, engaged participants in the celebration’s artistic traditions. The final event was a community […]
Cempasúchil Flowers and Sugar Skulls
Our advanced Spanish language students hosted Zuheil Alvarez Cortes of The Dream Initiative, the talented local artist who ran the free weekly Día de los Muertos workshops at Morningside Urban Farm throughout the month. Together they made Cempasúchil flowers and imitation sugar skulls to use for the alter at the community ritual and celebration event. […]
Sam Dutilly (’20) – Plant Biologist
Sam Dutilly (‘20) graduated summa cum laude from William & Mary in the winter of 2023. He was recognized as a Monroe Scholar, which provided him the opportunity to delve deeply into research through guaranteed funding. His academic journey was marked by significant contributions to the field of conservation, particularly through his involvement with the […]
Gristle Butter #14
Click here to download the Fall 2024 edition of Gristle Butter. This collection is made up of contributions from Tsula A, Avery M, Daniel A, Odessa M, and Maddox B.