Chadron Cardinal Cast

What is dual credit? What is the cost? How do I get more information on applying for college? Mr. Mack and Mrs. Watson share information on these topics and more!

Chadron High School principal Jerry Mack and School Counselor Loni Watson share thoughts on what they learned during the last year.

Join us for a discussion and information about the class scheduling process for students to choose classes for next year.

Sgt. Page shares the many benefits the National Guard provides to students and schools.

Jerry and Loni visit with CHS Teacher, Michael Sandstrom about his recent accomplishments and Awards including: 2019 Nebraska History Teacher of the Year, 2021 Contributing Teacher for Library of Congress, and History Nebraska’s Excellence in Teaching Award for 2021.

Mr. Mack and Mrs. Watson give weekly updates and review the new Laude System to be used at graduation.

Topics include: senior scholarship work night, scheduling classes, and seasonal mental health concerns.

Mr. Mack shares an update on Nov. 18th.

Mr. Mack shares a conversation about State Cross Country, volleyball games cancelled and replaced, ....and more covid talk.

Teacher success, Covid, First Quarter, PSAT and more!

ACT, ASVAB, Homecoming Events, Academic & Social Concerns, and ...more!

Watson & Mack are back ...but from what location? Join us as we talk about current topics in Chadron High School. Topics include: ACT, Free Breakfast & Lunch and P/T Conference Changes.

Mr. Mack and Mrs. Watson discuss topics of the week for Sept. 8-11.

Mr. Mack shares his review of the first few weeks of the 2020 school year and an overview of the health guidelines for fall sports.

Mr. Mack and Mrs. Watson share a conversation on the 'new normal' for plans for opening the 2020 school year.

Loni and Jerry discuss a variety of topics including the videos created for Honors Night and Senior Graduation Celebration.

Loni and Jerry talk about the school's efforts to honor the Class of 2020 through recording special events like the Honor's Program and a Senior Celebration Video.

Loni and Jerry review a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) on topics regarding the school closure due to the coronavirus crisis.

Mrs. Watson and Mr. Mack share their thoughts for expectations for remote learning during this prolonged school closure.

Mr. Mack shows the starting guidelines that were quickly created to address remote learning during our school closure.

Many school districts are facing prolonged school closures due to the COVID-19 virus. Listen to this episode as Dr. Winchester will share her experiences and vision for how our district will move forward with to meet the needs of all students. 

Topics include a shout out for recent Cardinal successes and a discussion about how schools prepare for contagious illnesses.

Jerry Mack is joined by Craig Nobiling to discuss a variety of school safety topics.

Another variety of topics including the do's and don'ts of parent teacher conferences and an update on scheduling for next fall. Here's an older video on how students can get college credits: https://youtu.be/nB8J-zZ5hBE

Topics Include: snow days, scheduling new classes, teacher shortage and a shout out to Paige Denke on her wrestling success last week!

Mrs. Watson rides solo in this episode to explain the high school scheduling process.

We're joined by Abigail Gardner, President of the CHS Student Council to talk about Stress Less Week at CHS.

Mrs. Watson is joined by Lt. Hickstein and Offc. Bauer of the Chadron Police Department to talk about the Shop With A Cop program and how it benefits disadvantaged youth in our community each holiday season.

Locally, state, and nationally there is a shortage of officials and coaches of high school sports. Today we share thoughts from our coaching and officiating experiences.

Loni is joined by Amy Carnahan of Western Community Health Resources to talk about suicide prevention efforts in Chadron High School and the greater panhandle area.

Mrs. Watson quizzes Mr. Mack on his knowledge of the recent changes in the ACT test.

CHS Teacher, Craig Nobiling joins Jerry Mack for a conversation about school safety. They'll briefly review how they prepare and practice lockdown situations and how to use Avoid, Deny, Defend during a school attacker incident.'Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Plans', 2013''Guide for Preventing and Responding to School Violence - 2nd Edition', 2007'Nebraska Dept. of Education - Safety and Security Standards', 2016

Mrs. Watson gives a solo performance in today's Cardinal Cast to review how to assist in career choices for students.

Savannah joins Mrs. Watson and Mr. Mack to play 'The College Game' and to discuss tuition expenses and more.

A conversation about the rise of e-cigarettes from a high school viewpoint.

Quarter grades vs semester grades and how it's all connected to a high school transcript ...and more!

We'll cover many topics relating to college finances including: FAFSA, tuition, grants vs loans, 2 year vs 4 year vs military and much more.

Tips on monitoring, modeling and creating a positive online presence through social media.

In this episode, we review the Growth vs Fixed Mindset.

Should students take rigorous courses in high school? Today we share our opinions and look at some research about the benefits of choosing challenging classes in high school.

"The best predictor of student growth is Academic Engaged Time". Today we discuss the responsibilities of both the school and the parents to promote attendance for students.

Hint: Probably not!  Loni Watson and Jerry Mack share ideas for parents on how to avoid the homework fight.

On August 20, 2019, Chadron High School Counselor provided this presentation to the parents of our senior high school students. Topics include responsibilities, financial aid, scholarships, careers, etc.

There are certain texts that parents shouldn't be sending their student DURING SCHOOL.  We continue to deal with students that leave class upset due to communications received during class time.  Loni and Jerry share stories and advice on the what and how to communicate with your teen during school hours.

Chadron High School Counselor and Principal, Loni Watson and Jerry Mack share their insights and information relating to Cahdron High School in Chadron, Nebraska.