Capital High School

May 1, 2026 Newsletter

 

 

Capital High School Family Communication 

May 1, 2026

 

• Did you know we are on Facebook?  https://www.facebook.com/CapitalCougs
• Please remember to check the DAILY BULLETIN on our website for weekly CHS information, including details for all CHS sporting events.

 

Upcoming Events

• April 30 - May 10 - CHS Booster Club spring auction online
• May 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 - CHS Spring Musical - Frozen
• May 4 , 5, 6 - CHS Plant Sale 10:00-3:00 p.m.
• May 7 - 8th Grade Athletic Sports Night - 6:00 p.m.
• May 12 - CHSPO Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
• May 12 and May 14 - SBA Testing
• May 13 - Senior Class Meeting During Advisory
• May 13 - CHS Arts Night - 5:00 p.m.
• May 19 - 5:30-8:00 p.m. - CHS Family Dinner
• May 21 - Schoolwide Multicultural Celebration Assembly
• May 30 - CHS Senior Prom
• June 2- CHSPO Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

 

Senior Class Meeting - May 13th

Our LAST Senior Class Meeting is coming up!

• May 13th
• During SEL (10:27–10:57 AM)

We’ll be going over important graduation dates and required forms — everything you need to cross the finish line!

• Important: There will NOT be a handout this time, so you need to be there to get all the info.

 

Student Leadership Positions

All current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students that are interested in running for ASB Class Officer positions for the 2026-2027 school year will need to pick up a candidate packet from E-1 beginning Monday, May 4th. It is mandatory that students be at CHS full time, running start students will not be eligible.The positions that will be elected are Class President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Talk to Mrs. Turcotte if you have any questions.

 

CHS Link Crew

If you are interested in Link Crew for the 26/27 school year and helping with the 8th grade tours on May 27th, make sure you sign up on the google form! You also must purchase a t-shirt by this Friday, May 1st. All Link Leaders must have the gold shirt. You need to put your size on the google form and pay the $15 at the ASB office. Free and reduced lunch students must put your size on the google form and go to the ASB to get in the system with Mrs. Grods.

• Link Crew sign ups
• Link Crew T-shirt size

 

Battle of the Books

Congratulations to both of Capital's Battle of the Books teams!  Team Scientia Liborum, including Chloe Wolkensdorfer and Flora Oliver, brought the trophy back to CHS after winning 1st place by beating eight other teams from various Thurston County high schools on Monday night at River Ridge High School.  The Bibliomaniacs captured 3rd place. Teammates Noelle Menser and Violet Magnuson finished their Battle of the Books career, having played every year since elementary school.  Special thanks to the Olympia Education Foundation for their continued generous support of the Battle of the Books program in all Olympia School District schools!

 

Community Connections

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to pause, reflect, and recommit to caring for our emotional and psychological well-being. In 2026, the conversation continues to grow louder and more compassionate, reminding us that mental health is just as important as physical health.

 

If you or someone you know needs support, you’re not alone. Here are a few trusted resources:

• HearMeWA is a youth centered crisis response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems.
• WA Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens. This service connects families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients and work with your insurance.
• Thurston-Mason Children's Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (360-480-5721). This program provides 24/7 community-based crisis response services for youth who live in Thurston or Mason Counties and are in crisis, or are at risk of being hospitalized.
• Olympia School District - Resources for Youth and Families
• 988 Lifeline   Life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
• Family Education and Support Services (FESS) is offering Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention training on 5/13/26 and 6/3/26.
• Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Offers Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention training to organizations or those hosting community events.  
• NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness/Southwest Washington: Offers education, support groups, and a helpline (1-800-950-NAMI).
• SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Mental Health Awareness Month: Toolkit
• MHA - Mental Health America: Provides screening tools, resources, and community programs.

 

This month, let’s continue breaking stigma, sharing stories, and supporting one another. Mental health matters—today and every day. 

 

CHS Booster Club Auction

The Capital High School Booster Club is excited to announce our HUGE online Auction from April 30th to May 10th at 5 pm.  The CHS Booster Club supports all Capital sports teams, performing arts programs, and the debate team through fundraising efforts.  Not only will we be offering specialty baskets donated by CHS sports teams and performing arts groups, we will also have a variety of other exciting experiences and unique items for bidding: 

• Graduation Ceremony tickets
• Professional personal color evaluation
• Estate Planning gift certificate
• Full page senior yearbook add for 2027
• 2-night stay in a private cabin in Packwood
• Class in building your own Live Plant Terrarium
• Be Principal for a Day
• Year of FREE Botox
• Year of Parking next to CHS baseball fields

One special basket from the Theater Program will include tickets to the final night of the spring musical performance of Frozen, a VIP tour, Frozen the Musical Poster, and other Frozen swag – this basket auction will end on May 4th!

And the highlight of this year’s auction is the unique opportunity to bid on mini-internships for a high school student.  These one-day shadowing opportunities will give students access to and insight into a profession of their choice.  There are several to bid on, and each one is different.  

After the auction, students can enter the free lottery for a mini-internship spot, which will be drawn on June 1st.  

Links to the auction will be on the Booster website, www.capitalboosterclub.com, Instagram, and the QR code below will be live starting April 30th.

Auction QR code link:

 

CHS Arts Night

CHS Arts Night is happening on May 13th.  Click on the link for more information!

 

News from the CCRC

 

ALL STUDENTS

High School and Beyond Plan

• Each grade level will be required to complete tasks yearly to maintain a record of research and planning for life after high school. Tasks are assigned to students via SchooLinks, and lessons are taught during High School & Beyond Plan lessons during English classes.
• The High School and Beyond Plan is a Washington State Graduation Requirement, and CANNOT be waived. 
• If a student fails to complete their HSBP requirement, they will not graduate.

SENIORS

• May 1st - NATIONAL DECISION DAY! Seniors will have the opportunity to sign their College/Career decision poster in the Commons during lunch and get some cake, because we know you have worked hard to make these decisions.
• May 8th-Deadline to put Scholarships in the Graduation Program. Please send your AWARD letter to Mrs. Smith's email [email protected] if you want them in the program.
• May 12th and 14th - SENIOR EXIT INTERVIEWS-these were scheduled with Mrs. Smith in the CCRC. If you do not remember your time or have not scheduled your interview, you need to do that today! The Senior Exit Interview is part of your graduation requirements.
• Senior Exit Interviews are the final step of a student’s High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP). During these 10 minutes, student-led interviews, students will answer three guiding questions: (1) Who Are You? (2) What Can You Become? (3) How Will You Become That?

To prepare, you can:

• Complete all SCHOOLINKS Tasks
• Have your resume ready
• Review the rubric
• Prepare an outfit
• Practice what you’ll say!

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

• CHS Scholarship Webpage: The CCRC website lists several scholarship sites. Check it out and apply to more online!
• OSD Scholarship List 25-26: Updated regularly by Olympia School District
• The Larson's Family Scholarship is for seniors interested in Political Science or Government work. It is Due on May 6th. Come into the CCRC ASAP to get the information.
• College/Trade School Scholarships: Believe in Me is due May 15th. Designed for 1st Generation students, including those who have demonstrated grit and determination in overcoming adversity. Students with a 2.75 GPA or GED are eligible. Come get your application from the CCRC.

FAFSA AND WASFA INFORMATION

• FAFSA Here is the link to the FAFSA website
• WASFA Information on the WASFA, including eligibility requirements and a link to apply, can be found at: https://wsac.wa.gov/wasfa

9th-11th GRADE STUDENTS

It's never too early to talk with college representatives about their institution. Here are some Spring Fairs that you can sign up to attend on your own. PNACAC SPRING COLLEGE FAIRS-Free and open to the public. Pick the city and fair you want to attend and then register for this event. 

 

 

CHSPO Updates

CHSPO is looking for volunteers to help at our CHSPO Staff/Teacher Appreciation luncheon on May 6th, 2026.  Please sign up using the link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4BA4AE28A1F49-63686950-staff

 

Running Start Information  

Dear Students and Families,

For 2026–2027 Running Start students:

A new Running Start Contract is required before Counselors sign your verification form. CLICK HERE for the new contract.

Submit it by emailing your counselor or dropping it off at the Counseling Center.

 

Key updates:

• New verification form required before registration (deadline: May 11)
• Full-time SPSCC students (15 credits) may take one CHS class only
• Campus access is limited for Running Start students to approved times/activities (see contract)

Verification form:
https://ospi.k12.wa.us/sites/default/files/2026-03/2026-27_rsevf_non-digital_signature.pdf

 

Senior Prom - May 30th

Senior Prom will be on Saturday, May 30th, from 8 pm-10:30 pm at the Lacey Community Center. This Midnight Masquerade will be a night filled with dancing, photos and fun. Tickets will be available to purchase on Monday, May 11th. They are $30 with ASB and $35 w/o ASB. Students on free and reduced lunch will receive a free ticket from the ASB office. 

 

PSAT Accommodations for Next Year’s 11th Graders

If your 10th-grade student plans to take the PSAT next fall as an 11th grader and has a 504 plan or IEP, please review these instructions if you would like to request testing accommodations. Required paperwork should be submitted to your student’s counselor by May 15.  

 

State Testing on May 12 and 13

Sophomores and Juniors are scheduled to participate in required state testing on Tuesday, May 12, and Thursday, May 14, from 8:55 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Tenth graders will take the Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA), and Juniors will take the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science. These assessments are an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and for our school to reflect on the strong work happening at Capital every day. Please help support your student in attending on both days.

 

Buses will run on a normal schedule, and regular classes will be held from 11:55 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.  During the testing block, ninth-grade students will have enrichment and study hall opportunities in the Lecture Hall and Library. Seniors will participate in scheduled Senior Exit Interviews during that time.

 

IB News

• And We're Off!
• IB exams started Tuesday April 28th and run until May 20th.
• You can find testing information in the IB section of the CHS website, specifically, at 2026 IB Exam Schedule. It is also listed below.
• If you have any questions about the exams, reach out to your student's teacher.

BUDGET 35 MINUTES EXTRA FOR EACH EXAM FOR LOGISTICS

 

CHS Plant Sale

Please see information regarding our upcoming plant sale!

 

Donations Needed

 

 

Our food pantry is in need of the following items. If you are able to help restock these, please drop off at the main office-

NEED:

• Canned Fruit
• Boxed cereal- NO oatmeal packets
• Cooking oil
• Baking Mixes
• Granola/protein bars
• Shaving cream
• Razors
• Deodorant

DO NOT NEED at this time:

• Oatmeal packets
• Canned corn
• Canned green beans
• Peanut Butter
• Canned tuna
• Pasta
• Mac and Cheese
• Canned and dry beans

Thank you for your ongoing support of our food pantry! This directly supports our CHS students and families.

 

Capital High School Theatre Proudly Presents Disney’s Frozen

 

Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez; Book by Jennifer Lee

Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee.

Based on the hit Disney film, Capital Theatre is finding its one and only true love with the smash musical Disney’s FROZEN!

SUMMARY

 

Based on the Disney film, this staged production brings even more music and magic to the story of Princesses Elsa and Anna. When Princess Elsa is crowned queen of Arendelle, she can no longer contain her magical icy powers, sending the entire countryside into eternal winter. In an attempt to save the people, she makes a daring escape into the mountains. Her sister Anna treks off on a quest with intrepid explorer Kristoff, stoic reindeer Sven, and magical snowman Olaf to find her. Come and see this story of redemption, courage, and what it truly means to love, a fantastic time for the entire family!

SHOWTIMES

• May 1: 7 PM (Friday)
• May 2: 2 PM (Saturday)
• May 2: 7 PM (Saturday)
• May 7: 7 PM (Thursday) Sing Along!
• May 8: 7 PM (Friday)
• May 9: 2 PM (Saturday)
• May 9: 7 PM (Saturday)

Tickets can be bought at the door or online at https://olympiasd.booktix.com/dept/CapitalHS.

The show is performed at Capital High School's Performing Arts Center: 2707 Conger Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98502.

 

 

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