Connecticut Technical High School System

Howell Cheney Technical High School

 
791 West Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT 06040 Telephone (860) 649-5396, FAX (860) 649-5263

 

October 20, 2008

 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Amazingly, the first two months of the 2008-2009 school year are almost complete, and, as we rapidly approach the holiday season, I want to provide a brief update on progress here at school.

We began the new school year by welcoming Mr. Gil Traverso, who has joined us as our third Assistant Principal. Mr. Traverso is a veteran administrator in the district, as well as a licensed electrical contractor. He is the administrator for the Class of 2011, and will be supervising the English Language Learner program, in addition to other duties.

Our football and soccer teams have returned home to our new athletic complex, having spent the last three years practicing and playing games off site. Everyone is invited to watch the varsity football team (6-0) play Friday nights at 7:00 under the lights. Check our website for the game schedules of both teams, and while at the games, make sure to support the Cheney Booster Club at the concession stand. All money raised goes to support our athletic program.

Many of our teachers have established their own web pages which can be accessed from the school home page
(www.cttech.org/cheney). Teachers update their pages regularly, and students and parents can access homework assignments, course syllabi, and other important information related to the courses they’re taking. I encourage parents to email teachers with any concerns or questions about their child’s education.

Mrs. Jousette Caro, Dean of Students, is planning the 2nd annual Career Fair to be held in the multi-purpose room the morning of November 26. Many area businesses, including the Department of Labor, will be here that day to present career opportunities to our students. I ask you to encourage your junior and senior students to talk to Mrs. Caro about participating in our Work Based Learning Program. Additional information can be found on our web site.

Reminder that our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 in the Library Media Center. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

Sincerely,
Bruce Sievers
Bruce Sievers
Principal