Our future educators were given this scenario:
A student receives a 58% on a test and says, “See, I told you I’m stupid at this.”
After recently learning about neuroplasticity, fixed vs. growth mindset, and multiple intelligences, students had to put that knowledge into practice by crafting a response they could actually use with a future student.
But there was a catch—they couldn’t simply say, “You’re not stupid!” or “You’ll do better next time!”
Their response had to give the student a path forward. They had to think like a teacher: acknowledge the student’s frustration, shift the focus from ability to growth, and provide a specific next step the student could take to improve.
It was a great reminder that a growth mindset isn’t just about telling students to “keep trying.” As educators, we have to help students understand how to move forward when something is difficult.
Our future teachers are learning that sometimes the most important part of teaching happens after a student struggles. 🍎📚
We’re excited to continue our new Career Cluster Friday series at CCHS!
Our first Career Cluster Friday is focusing on careers in:
🩺 Health Science
• Nursing
• Medical Careers
🤝 Human Services
• Counseling
• Social Services
📚 Education & Training
• Teaching
• Childcare
Do you work in one of these fields or professions? We would love to have you join us on October 23 to talk with our students about your career!
We’re looking for community members who are willing to share about:
✨ What you do in your career
✨ Your day-to-day work
✨ Schooling or training required
✨ Certifications or credentials
✨ How you got started
✨ Advice for students interested in the field
This is a great opportunity to help our students learn what careers are really like and see the many different pathways available to them!
If you are interested in participating, please reach out to Jeff Fremin, Heather Haddix, or call Carroll County High School! 🐾💛
Help us connect our students with the people and careers in their own community!
Each family is asked to complete the Household Income Form (HIF), a completely private and confidential form that has a big impact on the funding our schools receive. Please complete the form today! If you have already completed the form, thank you!
The number of forms completed directly affects the resources available for our students, including FRYSC’s Backpack Buddies that go home with several of our students, e-rate funding that provides affordable high-speed internet, and many other essential programs that support families across our district.
Completing the HIF takes less than 3-4 minutes, and every student needs a form on file. Our goal is to have completed forms for 80% of our students.
Please take a few moments today to fill out your student’s Household Income Form. Your effort makes a lasting difference for our students, families, and schools.
HIF FORMS ARE DUE TOMORROW, OCTOBER 1!
How to Complete the HIF:
1. Scan the QR code or type in this link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
2. Enter zip code "41008" or select "Kentucky" from the dropdown menu and select “Search”
3. Select "Carroll County Public Schools, KY - Household Income Forms" from the dropdown menu and select "Select District & Continue"
4. Read the information on the page and select "Begin Application Process"
5. Complete the form with your household information. If you have multiple students in your home, please attach all of them to one form
The meeting begins at 2 p.m. in the Carroll County Board of Education office at 813 Hawkins Street, Carrollton. The meeting is open to the public.
Seniors: Join us for Carroll County High School's College Application Day!
🗓️ Friday, October 16th
⏰ 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
📍 CCHS Library Media Center
We will have CCHS counselors, KHEAA representatives, and college admissions counselors available to help you with the scheduling process, review admissions essays, submit transcripts, provide application fee waivers (where applicable), discuss FAFSA, and give you donuts! Application fee waivers are available for students who attend the application day.
At this time, the following colleges will have representatives present:
Western Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University
Jefferson Community and Technical College
University of Kentucky (12:00 - 2:00)
Ivy Tech
University of Cincinnati
Even if you don't see your college representative listed, we will be able to help get applications turned in! PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW TO RESERVE A TIME (and so we know how many donuts to provide)!
💛 Our Sources of Strength team had their first meeting of the season last week!
Our meetings always include three things: 🎲 a game, 💛 pouring into ourselves, and 📣 planning campaigns to support our school community.
We’re excited for another great season of building connections, spreading positivity, and making CCHS a stronger community! 🐾
One of our PBL groups officially delivered their FIRST prototype of their phone cart to teachers today! 💛🖤
This group identified a real need in our school and has been working through the process of planning, designing, building, and now TESTING their solution!
The best part? This is only the first prototype! 👏 Our teachers will get the opportunity to use the cart and provide feedback so the students can determine what works, what needs to change, and how they can improve the next version.
This is exactly what PBL is about! Solving real problems, creating something meaningful, learning from feedback, and making improvements along the way.
So proud to see our students’ ideas starting to come to life! 🐾💛🖤
#CCHS #PantherPride #PBL #StudentInnovation #BlackAndGold
Ms. Coulter’s Science In Context students have been reading The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, and today they put their problem-solving skills to the test!
Their challenge: Build a wind-powered device using a hair dryer that could lift a cup off the floor. 💨🥤
Here are a few of their creative designs in action! 💛🖤🐾
Our staff had a little fun celebrating with Dolly-inspired drinks from the 9 to 5 Drink Cart! ☕🥤
As Dolly says, “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” 💖
Thank you to Carroll County Champions for helping our students make a difference! 🐾
Staff at CCHS can be on the lookout for new phone carts, an in-house car wash/detail business, and a Panther Nation podcast.
Other groups are continuing to plan and propose big things.
#cchspanthers
Please see this statement from Carroll County Schools regarding a change in leadership at Carroll County High School. Thank you!
Congratulations to our Panthers and Lady Panthers soccer teams as they enter the 31st District Tournament as the top seed!
The Panthers will take on Owen County at 8 p.m. on October 12. The Lady Panthers earned a bye and will compete on October 14 at 7 p.m. All district tournament games will be played at Gallatin County High School.
Help us celebrate this week’s CCHS GOATs, Mrs. Frank and Mr. Wingham!
Thank you for all you do for our students and our school! We appreciate you! 🐾
Today, our Education students stepped into the role of classroom designers! Students were challenged to create their own classroom layouts while thinking about much more than where the desks should go.
They had to consider student learning, safety, accessibility, classroom management, organization, and inclusion. Their designs included clear walking paths, wheelchair accessibility, emergency routes, flexible seating, small-group spaces, quiet areas, technology, supplies, and more.
The goal was simple: create a classroom where ALL students can learn, move, participate, and feel like they belong. 💛🖤
It’s exciting to watch our future educators begin thinking like teachers and realizing that even the way a classroom is arranged can impact student success!
#FutureEducators #EducationPathway #EducatorsRising #FutureTeachers #CCHSPanthers #BlackAndGold
On Monday's staff are teaching students how to goal-set for the week. Students are tracking their academic progress and attendance throughout the week with the ultimate goal of being better than last week's version of themselves.
Students turn in their PROWL cards on Fridays to celebrate their individual success, and they also have a chance to win prizes for their participation.
Ask your student what their weekly goal is and how they are working to achieve this!
Students are goal setting, tracking their progress weekly, and we have some exciting plans in place to recognize their achievements!
Every 9 weeks our students have the opportunity to earn Panther Cards for their attendance, behavior, and academic achievements. The more they achieve, the more rewards that are in store!
Help your student by encouraging them to earn all 3 rewards this quarter!
