Events
Surprise Fun Day!
The day began with an unexpected announcement that regular classes were cancelled, sparking excitement among the students. Instead, they were in for a delightful surprise—a “fun” day filled with community building activities. In the morning, the students were divided into teams and embarked on a downtown scavenger hunt. Armed with a long list of items […]
Back to School Night Social
Our Back to School Night Social was a fantastic event! Students, faculty, and families came together to continue building our sense of community and helped everyone to feel more connected. The weather was beautiful and the tamales and Blue Cow Ice Cream added a delicious touch to the evening. We’re off to a great start […]
Analog Appreciation Days
During our Analog Appreciation Days, our students used their technology-free time for a variety of fun activities.
Orientation 2024
During the first two day of orientation, our new students immersed themselves in learning the ins and outs of our campus and the vibrant downtown area. This orientation has been a great opportunity for them to become familiar with their new surroundings, meet fellow classmates, and start building their community. For the third day of […]
News
The Vienna Class Visits the Taubman Art Museum
In the Vienna 1900 class, students learned about a variety of Art Nouveau artists and architects from Austria-Hungary. They then had the fortunate opportunity to take a guided tour of the Alphonse Mucha exhibition at the Taubman Museum of Art.
Gristle Butter #16
Click here to read Gristle Butter #16, the latest edition to come out just in time for the Star City ZineFest! Enjoy being treated to the imaginations of Daniel A, Wilson K, Avery M, & Odessa M.
Roanoke STARCADE
Students and faculty took a surprise trip to the Roanoke STARCADE! Leaving behind our usual Monday classes, this unexpected outing provided a refreshing break from everyone’s routine. The day highlighted the importance of balancing academic commitments with enjoyable experiences, and energized the bond of community among our students and teachers.
Yasmine Anderson (’11) on her Passion for Literature and Editing
Yasmine Anderson (’11) shares with us how her early experience at CHS influenced the direction of her academic pursuits, ultimately earning a PhD in Composition from the University of Pittsburgh with her distinguished dissertation. She also shares her professional journey, including the founding of her freelance copyediting business called Other Words Editing. Yasmine successfully balances […]
Density Differentiation in Planetary Formation
Astrobiology students are studying planetary formation through the principle of density differentiation, which explains how planets develop distinct layers as they form. In the early molten stages of a planet, heavier elements like iron sink to the center, while lighter materials such as silicates rise to the surface, creating a core, mantle, and crust with […]
Ashley-Kate Meador Royal (‘14): An Artistic Journey
Ashley-Kate Meador Royal (‘14) demonstrated her deep connection to the intricate art of Pysanky, or Ukrainian egg decorating, when she returned to CHS to teach a Lycée Day class last fall. Her husband Dalton and his family practices Orthodox Ukrainian traditions, and she learned the skills to cherish and practice this beautiful craft from her […]
Southeast Asian Zines by Odessa
Odessa M spent an entire semester traveling throughout Southeast Asia with her father. Upon her return she treated us to a lesson about wayang kulit (shadow puppetry) in Indonesia, as this first hand experience was one of her personal highlights of the trip. Odessa interns under Olchar Lindsan, and she is also the editor of […]
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Day
This year to honor Martin Luther King Jr Day our new students learned about various nonprofit organizations and volunteering opportunities in downtown Roanoke during our winter community service day. They visited RAM House, The Spot on Kirk, and the new Angels of Assisi location, where they met leaders and community organizers at each location. Our […]
Ice Cream Chemistry
After learning about heat transfer, phase changes and phase diagrams, the Chemistry class put it all together to make ice cream using sublimation as a heat absorber. The students cooled down their liquid mixture of milk, sugar, and vanilla with crushed dry ice to create a fun, and slightly carbonated, ice cream treat.
Gristle Butter #15
Click here to read Gristle Butter #15, featuring the combined talents of Daniel A, Louis F, Wilson K, Avery M, Tsula A, Odessa M, Maddox B, Miles C, and the Poetry Class.
Zoe Marches in D.C. for Women’s Rights
Zoe J. has developed a strong passion for activism through her participation in rallies organized by the Women’s March in Washington, DC. Her journey began with her first protest in June advocating for abortion rights, where she gained media attention and realized the power of her voice. In November, she attended her second protest focused […]
Band Class at Jefferson Center Music Lab
The band class recently got a tour of the Jefferson Center Music Lab. They learned about the various studios, equipment, and programs available to high school students, and also had a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Shaftman Performance Hall.