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Upcoming Important Dates

▪ Monday, May 10 - Supporting the Whole Child: Health and Wellness Education Session: Sexual Health: Contraception & Reproductive Health
▪ Friday, May 14 - Virtual Annual NCP Spring Benefit Fundraiser at 7pm

News from the Counseling Office

Sports, Yearbook & General School News

Commencement & End of Year Information for Seniors

COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY

Friday, June 18, 3:00 pm: Graduation will be at Soldier Field. Students will receive four tickets, and families will be assigned to zones for entry and exit. The cost of graduation and instructions on how to pay will be shared in next week’s update.

SENIOR EVENTS

Monday, June 14 - Thursday, June 17: As IDPH, CPS, and the City of Chicago continue to update their guidance surrounding social gatherings, we will update dates and times for the following events:
● Senior Picnic
● Senior Formal Banquet
● Graduation Rehearsals

YARD SIGNS

Senior Yard Signs are available for pick up! Seniors may pick up their yard signs outside of the main office next week, May 10 - May 14.
● Hybrid Shift A: After school Monday & Tuesday
● Hybrid Shift B: After school Thursday & Friday
● Remote Learners: Wednesday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Our year is coming to a close, and while we all can't yet celebrate in person as a community, we can be "Together But Apart" at our virtual spring benefit this Friday, May 14 at 7:00 pm! This event will help raise funds for school programs not covered in the traditional CPS budget. Please support our school and celebrate our amazing kids. REGISTER TODAY!!!
You won't want to miss special moments from Northside's students, teachers and special appearances by community leaders. The event is FREE to attend so we hope to "see" you there.

Our silent auction is open and will close Sunday, May 16. Find items available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting the school. There is something for everyone in the family! (Think: a vacation, local gift cards and so much more!)

Teacher Fund-A-Need is also open. Consider donating in-whole or in-part to any item listed as needed by the school. Some items are small donation amounts and may be funded very quickly. Some items are larger donation amounts and can be funded by one generous family or multiple families.

Register now to tune into our virtual event supporting Northside Prep. While we can't be in person to come together as a community this year, we are excited to be "Together But Apart," on Friday, May 14 to celebrate our community and amazing students!

Using Personal Computers vs. School-Issued Chromebooks, AP Checklist, Digital Practice Info, Exam Dates, AP Fees to be Paid for by CPS - Refunds to be Issued to Parents/Guardians

AP exam season is swiftly approaching and here is some preliminary information. Please read this in its entirety so that you are fully aware of what is going on with AP Exams this year.

Using a Personal Computer vs. CPS-Issued Chromebooks

Many students are requesting to use their personal computer. Because CPS has pushed out the test-taking app to school-issued Chromebook, it seems appropriate and easier to use. We are strongly encouraging your student to use the school-issued Chromebook.

Problems with Your Student's Chromebook?
Mr. Edin Ramovic is available at ERamovic1@cps.edu in case your child needs to exchange or swap old school-issued Chromebook. If that is the case and your child's Chromebook is busted, won't turn on, etc., then your student needs to reach out to Mr. Edin Ramovic immediately to set up an exchange! DO NOT DELAY!!!!

Using a Personal Computer
If your child chooses to use their personal computer, they can only use a desktop or laptop. Chromebooks not issued by CPS are not allowed. Students will need to download the app for testing onto their personal computers and follow those instructions. This should be done as soon as possible so that they can troubleshoot any issues. It is crucial that your student is logging in to the AP exam application and going through the setup process which includes logging in and setting up.

Here are the necessary steps to ensure your student is set up correctly if using their own personal computer. If they are not able to access any of the testing materials or able to follow procedures given to them by the College Board, then they certainly need to use the school-issued Chromebook.

What to Do in Advance of the AP Exam Date

Because the majority of students will be taking their AP Exams digitally at home, there are a few things to know/do/remember. First thing first and most importantly, please be sure that the College Board account and email address for MyAP are correct/consistent. Some are using their personal email and others are using CPS's email. Just make sure it is consistent because the College Board will be sending them direct information regarding their AP exams. Please CONFIRM YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS <----Click here and review

Using Your CPS-Issued Chromebook
If using the school-issued Chromebook, students should not log into their computer. From the start-up position, they will see three tabs on the lower-left corner of the screen. (Shut down) (Apps) (Add Person) - Select the Apps tab and click on 2021 Digital AP Exams. From there, run through the SETUP process and follow the instructions on the screen.

Four Steps to Take Digital AP Exams <---- Click here and review. They do not need to complete the first step because the APP is already installed onto their school-issued Chromebook.

2021 AP Exam Day Checklist <---REVIEW this checklist as MANY TIMES as you need to so that you are prepared to take your exam(s).

Getting Ready for Digital Exams <---Short PowerPoint

Digital Practice Information <----READ THIS! READ THIS! READ THIS!

Exam Dates *AP exams in Illinois will be taken CDT (Central Daylight Time) During Administration 2, some exams begin at 11:00 am and others at 3:00 pm. Your child needs to look at the exam schedule to make sure they know what time the exam starts and how far in advance they should be ready to test!!!

Over the next two weeks, they should log into their MyAP account and run practice exams to ensure that they are aware of the necessary steps needed in order for them to be prepared to take their AP Exams. These are practice exams and they can enter and reset them as many times as needed.

I, along with their teachers, will be able to see if they have attempted to run a practice or not. Their teachers may also want to run a practice exam as well during class. THEY SHOULD NOT WAIT UNTIL DAYS BEFORE THEIR EXAM TO RUN THE PRACTICE EXAMS AND SET UP!!!! Their teachers, the College Board, or I will not be able to assist you because they postponed running the setup functions and practicing ahead of time! Remember, they can see if your student has done it or not!

I will be sending out separate emails to AP STEM test takers and AP WORLD LANGUAGE test takers!

Exam Fees Refunded
Finally, students/families will begin receiving a refund for paid AP exams. CPS (district) has opted to pay for exams again this year. I DO NOT know when you will receive it as there is only one person issuing the refunds for over 900 students. NO the exams are not canceled, just paid for! Be patient!

Additional AP updates simplified!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Ueil9idy1go00lE0-Dy_y0wOQZszKAdgOnwvjG6gwS0/edit?usp=sharing

--
Alexander Hughes, M.S.
Professional School and College Counselor

Donations Needed for Student Resource Closet (Kato's Corner)

Friends of Northside has a resource closet available to NCP students. We are in need of:

All items can be shipped directly to Ms. Mathews at NCP, 5501 N. Kedzie Ave., Chicago IL 60625.

Contact Kristen Werries Collier with any questions.

NCP Admin Team to Send Weekly Updates to Parents on Fridays via SchoolCNXT and via Email

From now on, NCP will be sending a consolidated update to parents every Friday with important information. Parents should be on the lookout for these updates, which will be posted via School CNXT and emailed to families.

You can gain access by using this tool on Northside's website.

If you are having problems with SchoolCNXT, please contact the main office from 7:30 am - 3:15 pm at 773-534-3954, or you can email the NCP school clerk, Mary Grasz, at mtgrasz@cpu.edu.

Update on Outdoor Attendance

At this time, CPS is not allowing spectators for indoor sports, however, limited spectators will be allowed for outdoor activities.

Per CPS guidelines: For games held outdoors, student-athletes and coaches may add the names of no more than two spectators to an approved pass list.

Spectators are restricted to family members only (i.e., parent/guardian, grandparent, sibling). Schools may ONLY allow entrance to individuals listed on the APPROVED pass list.

If you would like the opportunity to attend your NCP athlete's outdoor games, please identify the names of TWO family members for the NCP Spectator Pass List by completing this form.

Any spectators NOT on this list will NOT be allowed admission to NCP games.

In addition to this list, spectators will also need to:

Supporting the Whole Child: Health and wellness education sessions to better support youth

A series of virtual supports for CPS parents and caregivers

Time: Every Monday at 4:00 pm
Registration: Click here
Flyer: Click here

The CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness and the Office of Family and Community Engagement are hosting educational sessions for CPS parents and caregivers on issues that affect youth health. Attend upcoming session:

Monday, May 10 - Sexual Health: Contraception & Reproductive Health

Sessions will have live Spanish interpretation. Request additional languages via the registration link.

For questions email OSHW@cps.edu.

Apoyando A Los NIÑO:Sesiones de educación sobre salud y bienestar para brindar un mejor apoyo a los jóvenes

Una serie de apoyos virtuales para padres y tutores de CPS

Todos los lunes a las 4:00 pm CT
Registrarse clic aquí
Volantes clic aquí

La Oficina de Salud y Bienestar Estudiantil de CPS y la Oficina de Participación Familiar y Comunitaria están organizando sesiones educativas para padres y tutores de CPS sobre temas que afectan la salud de los jóvenes. Asista a las próximas sesiones:

10 de mayo - Salud sexual: anticoncepción y salud reproductiva
Las sesiones contarán con interpretación en vivo al español.

Si tiene preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a OSHW@cps.edu.

Class of 2021: Spring Checklist

Class of 2021 Parents,

The end of the school year is rapidly approaching. With all of the duties and responsibilities your student is expected to complete between now and June, the counseling department would like to encourage your family to discuss the following checklists and create a plan to address the relevant action items.

Consider completing the following action items on the Class of 2021: Check-out List (click here) as well as the additional action items listed on the Spring Checklist (click here) to assist you with remaining on track for the second semester.

If you would like to schedule a one on one with Ms. Moore via Calendly, visit https://calendly.com/mcmoore6/ or contact her via e-mail at mcmoore6@cps.edu. Appointments are available during lunch blocks, after school, and during parent-teacher conferences in April.

Apprenticeships

The Apprenticeship Pathway involves getting paid as you learn a highly skilled profession. You’ll get an inside look at what life is really like in a certain industry or at a specific company and earn a living wage. Different industries offer apprenticeship programs, including:
▪ Construction
▪ Manufacturing
▪ Health care
▪ Information technology
▪ Transportation
▪ Energy
▪ Other

If an apprenticeship is a postsecondary option that interests you, consider taking the next steps:

Is an apprenticeship the right plan for you?

Explore apprenticeships

Apply for Apprenticeship Opportunities

Summer Enrichment/Pre-College Programs

In addition to the virtual information sessions Northside Prep is offering after school daily and during the school day on Wednesdays (click HERE), the counseling department would like to share additional information about information sessions for summer enrichment opportunities.

Are you and your student interested in learning about enrichment opportunities or pre-college programs to engage in during the spring or summer? Would you like to build your resume and enhance your academic, personal, or social skills? If the answer is yes, consider reviewing the following resources to assist your family with identifying the best fit enrichment opportunities for your student:

▪ Northside Prep Summer Program List
▪ Jobs, Internships, and Fellowships List
▪ Scholar Ahead
▪ IACAC Summer Programs

Order a Yearbook Today!

Interested in purchasing a copy of the 2020-2021 Stampede, NCP's yearbook? Click HERE to start your order! And if you didn't get a chance to purchase a copy of the 2019-2020 yearbook, you now have a change to buy one of those, too! Just email Ms. McCreedy at mkmccreedy@cps.edu after you've completed your 2020-2021 order.

Copies are now $55.

Do you have news or team results to share with the Northside parent community?

Click HERE to submit information.