Dear Cedars International Next Generation High School Community,
⏰ Daylight Saving Time Begins!
🌞 Don’t forget to move your clocks forward one hour! Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 9, bringing longer days and more sunlight as we transition into spring.
🌴 Spring Break is Almost Here!
This is the last week before Spring Break, which begins Monday, March 17 – Friday, March 21. Students will return to classes on Monday, March 24.
I want to wish everyone a safe, fun, and relaxing Spring Break! Enjoy the well-deserved time off, recharge, and come back ready to finish the school year strong!
🎉 Student & Teacher Recognitions 🎉
👏 Congratulations to B. Calanchi, our Raptor of the Month for Perseverance! B. has demonstrated incredible determination, resilience, and hard work, setting an outstanding example for peers. Keep pushing forward and striving for excellence!
💙 A huge thank you to all of our teachers for their dedication to preparing our students for success! Spring is always the toughest part of the year, requiring stamina, perseverance, and a true calling to teaching. Our entire staff works long hours to ensure students receive the best personalized learning experiences, while also providing extracurricular activities such as clubs, athletics, game nights, and tutoring—all on top of creating new and engaging projects. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate everything you do!
💃✨ Spring Fling Prom – "Beyond the Stars" ✨🕺
Get ready for a magical night at the 2024-2025 Spring Fling Prom!
📅 Date: Friday, April 5
📍 Location: Cedars International Next Generation High School
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎶 Special guest DJ Tony Tornado will be bringing his lighted dance floor, sound system, light show, and a special MC to keep the night full of energy!
👑 We will be crowning the Queen, King, and their court for the 2024-2025 school year!
🎟️ Tickets are $30, and we hope to see your student at this unforgettable event! The Prom Committee has worked hard to select the theme, food, refreshments, and activities to make this a night to remember!
⚽ Boys Soccer Team – Strong Season Finish!
🏆 Our boys' soccer team is having a fantastic season, and we wish them a strong finish in their last four games! Their dedication, teamwork, and skill have made us all proud—let’s cheer them on as they close out the season!
🏅 History State Qualifiers!
🎉 Congratulations to our State Qualifiers for their History presentations! We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Your projects truly help Cedars International Next Generation High School shine on the state stage!
🎮 Good Luck to Our ESports Team!
🎮 Best of luck to our ESports team, who will be competing Thursday all day at LBJ High School in a Smashing competition! Our gamers are impressive, competitive, and incredibly fun to watch, showcasing the true spirit of ESports at its best. We can’t wait to see them in action—let’s go CINGHS ESports!
📢 Important School Updates
📢 All parents are invited to our Monthly Virtual Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Meeting this Tuesday, March 11, from 6:00 - 6:45 PM. A link will be sent out the day of the meeting. We encourage all parents to attend and get involved!
📢 Open Enrollment is still underway! We are welcoming new students and families to Cedars International Academy and Cedars International Next Generation High School! If you know someone looking for a personalized learning experience in an engaging, high-performing school environment, encourage them to apply!
🚀 Looking ahead to next year!
We are excited to continue expanding our career and college pathways in partnership with ACC for Freshmen through Seniors! These programs will provide students with valuable career training and college credit opportunities.
📣 Help Us Spread the Word!
If you love being part of the CINGHS community, please share our school with friends and neighbors who may be looking for a great school! Word of mouth from our amazing families helps us grow and continue providing high-quality education and unique learning experiences.
Enjoy the final week before Spring Break, and I hope everyone has a fantastic and restful time off!
Best,
Steven Zipkes
Principal, Cedars International Next Generation High School