Welcome to Senators Now
Welcome to Senators Now
About Us
Senators Now Digital Media
Our class focuses on using a range of technology tools for varied purposes such as creating and maintaining an up-to-date “student friendly” CHS webpage that includes a news broadcast, video stories and highlights, announcements, student polls, and other interactive features. The overarching goal of the class is to empower students in a transformative learning environment. Our mission is to inform and entertain.
Senior in the Spotlight
Vanessa Diaz
Carson High School Senior Vanessa Diaz is a truly remarkable young lady. Her open, kind and engaging personality makes her instantly likable. Even as a freshman, Vanessa stood out for her tenacity and focus on her future. At the beginning of COVID-19, there was so much unknown, but she made a Zoom appointment with her counselor only days into quarantine. In the background of her appointment, her baby sister cried the entire time, and her mom popped in and out, asking questions and participating while taking care of an upset infant. Vanessa made the appointment because she wanted to know right away what to do during quarantine to make sure this did not derail her goals for college. She chose to participate in CHS’s highly rigorous AP and CTE programs as she felt they were the best fit for her dreams. Vanessa’s big goals stem from her supportive family who have helped her to be successful as a person and as a student.
Vanessa is a first-generation college student, and her dream to fulfill her grandparents’ and parents’ sacrifice is her driving force. In her college essay, she wrote, “Sometimes, one does not have to look far for inspiration; sometimes, inspiration is found at home. Mis padres fought to make my life in the United States a reality, and they sacrificed so much for me to have an opportunity. I will not let this opportunity go to waste and I’ll make something of myself.” Vanessa has done well at CHS ranking in the top 20 of her class with a 4.75 GPA.
Beyond academics, Vanessa has been high involved with CHS’s HOSA program. Currently, she serves as the HOSA Vice President, and is supporting her peers as they face state competition next month. Vanessa chose to participate in HOSA because of her dream to one day become a doctor, and HOSA has provided her the needed skills to be fully prepared for what lay ahead.
Outside of school, Vanessa maintains a nearly full time job working for a local car dealership. When she isn’t working, she is applying for colleges and scholarships. She is currently awaiting decisions from more than 8 highly selective colleges and universities, but she has received acceptances at the University of Nevada, Reno and Cottey College (an elite all-female university in Missouri). Vanessa is relaying on scholarship in order to make her decision as the cost of college feels overwhelming as a first-generation student. Please join CHS as we celebrate this outstanding Senator!
Announcements
Spring Sport
If you are interested in participating in a spring sport, make sure to complete your Aktivate registration by February 9th. Go to aktivate.com thats aktivate with a k, to register.
AVID
The sign-ups for AVID's Night of All Nations are now available! This event will be Friday, April 28th from 6-8pm, and is aimed at celebrating cultural diversity that our school has to offer through the thing that brings us all together, FOOD! You may sign-up to bring food or a non-alcoholic beverage that connects to your cultural heritage. Your dish should feed about 50 people as a small sample of food.
Email Ms. Cramer for the sign-up Google Form, or go to room 138 for paper sign-ups.
Google Classroom
Students (but especially Seniors)- how often do you check your grade level google classroom? If your answer is not at least weekly- you need to change that up. Seniors- all important Scholarship, Nevada Promise Volunteer Opportunities, Graduation Info is held in there- if you don't check it weekly, you will miss out. If you need your class code, please see Mrs. Campbell in the library ASAP. It is important that you take control of your life.
WNC Field Trip
Attention seniors planning on attending the WNC Field Trip on February 23rd. You must turn in your 2 page Field Trip form by next Friday, February 3rd, to the Counseling Office in order to attend. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Senior Ads
Seniors, senior ads are due on February 28 or when we sell out. Senior ads are usually put together by your parents congratulating you on your k12 experience and graduation from high school. Go to yearbookforever.com to purchase a senior ad. Again, space is limited.