Capital High School Family Communication - November 6, 2026

Did you know we are on Facebook?  https://www.facebook.com/CapitalCougs

Please check the DAILY BULLETIN on our website for weekly CHS information, including details on all CHS sporting events.

Upcoming Events

• November 6- Veterans Day Assembly
• November 9 - CHSPO Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
• November 11 - Veterans Day - No School
• November 18 - CHS Blood Drive
• November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
• December 4 - Pep Assembly During Coug Time

CHS 16th Annual Giving Tree - Donations Needed

Target gift card donations are now being accepted for our annual CHS Giving Tree to assist our students in need.

For the past 18 years, the staff, students, and community of Capital High School have spread holiday cheer to those in need through the CHS Giving Tree. Your donations go toward the purchase of gift cards for CHS students just in time for the holidays. With your donations, we will purchase $50 Target gift cards to give to each student who will benefit.  

How to give: Please bring $50 Target gift cards to the main office or use this direct link (sponsored by our CHS Parent Organization) to donate: https://givebutter.com/capital-high-school-2026-giving-tree-rsouze

Click HERE to access the donation QR code

Thank you for your generous support of our Coug Family!

IB News

IB Exam Registration is open from now until November 10th. (Registration is still possible after this date, but late fees apply).

Students can pick up registration forms from their IB teachers. Applications are also available in the main office, the ASB Office, or from the IB Coordinator, Ms. Young in B-6 and the IB Office outside of Pod A.

If you have any questions, reach out to classroom teachers or email the IB Coordinator, Amelia Young, at ayoung@osd.wednet.edu.

CHS Food Drive

Our CHS Food Drive will happen November 16th-24th. All students are encouraged to bring in donations of nonperishable food items and cash or check donations to the Advisory teacher. We will have a schoolwide competition to see which advisory can bring in the most donations.  All food collected will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and our CHS Food Pantry.  More information will come soon! 

Arts Center: 2707 Conger Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98502.

Winter Sports Registration

Final Forms opens for winter sports registration today, October 1.  Winter Sports include: flag football, boys basketball, girls basketball, girls bowling, gymnastics, boys swim, boys wrestling and girls wrestling.

Please follow ALL of the steps to ensure your student is registered correctly.

You must pay Pay to Play (except Boys Basketball, it is a cut sport) and purchase an ASB card in ordered for your student to be cleared, plus complete the following:

Go to:  www.finalforms.com

• Login into your account or create a new account.
• Provide all the required information.  Both you and your student must sign the online forms before your student can be cleared.
• Upload a valid sports physical.  A sports physical is valid for 13 months from the date of examination.
• Go to the OSD Payment Portal (https://wa-olympia.intouchreceipting.com/) and make payment.  You must purchase an ASB Card (one time per year) and pay Pay to Play unless your student qualifies for Free and Reduced Lunch or if your student is trying out for boys basketball (boys basketball is a cut sport).
• Your student will not be cleared without both payments.
• Once your student's registration has been reviewed, you will receive an email indicating they are cleared for winter sports.

Deadlines for participating in the first practice:

• Bowling athletes must be registered and cleared by Monday, November 2, 3pm.
• Gymnastics athletes must be registered and cleared by Monday, November 9, 3pm.
• All remaining sports (flag football, boys basketball, girls basketball, boys swim, boys wrestling and girls wrestling) registered and cleared Friday, November 13.

Any questions regarding the sport, practice times, etc. please contact the coach via email.

• Flag Football: Tristan Redman, tredman@osd.wednet.edu
• Boys Basketball: Troy Mickelson, tmickelson@osd.wednet.edu
• Girls Basketball: Liz Canright, ecanright@osd.wednet.edu
• Girls Bowling: Mike Deakins, mdeakins@osd.wednet.edu
• Gymnastics: Jessica Crooker, jcrooker@osd.wednet.edu
• Boys Swim: Wes Murry, wmurry@osd.wednet.edu
• Boys Wrestling: James Belleville, jbelleville@osd.wednet.edu
• Girls Wrestling: James Belleville, jbelleville@osd.wednet.edu

Parent Organization News

CHS Parent Organization (CHSPO) supports students, teachers, and staff through fundraising and volunteer efforts focused on Teacher & Staff Grants, Staff Appreciation, and Senior Grad Night Support.

1. Treat Yourself Friday

Donuts + Friday + a good cause = a pretty sweet way to start the day. Stop by before school this Friday and grab a donut. Students bring some cash, treat yourself, and help support our fundraiser at the same time! Find us in Commons!

2. Join Us Monday Nov. 9 General Meeting

• 6-7pm General Meeting
• 7-8pm Planning Meeting Senior Grad Night Support
• In-Person: CHS Room E1
• Online: Google Meet
• Phone: (US) +1 631-743-5197 PIN: 223 702 836#

3. Help Fund Teacher Grants

We’ve received several teacher grant requests for textbooks, equipment, and classroom supplies. Help us fund these classroom needs by making a donation to CHSPO using the link below.

https://givebutter.com/chspo-donation-h91bzf

4. Thank You! Successful Staff & Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Thank you to everyone who donated to the 10/27 Oktoberfest-themed Staff & Teacher Appreciation Luncheon! Staff enjoyed roasted chicken, brats, potatoes, salad, beverages, and dessert. Our next appreciation luncheon will be this winter, so keep an eye out for opportunities to donate and volunteer!

Phone: (US) +1 631-743-5197 PIN: 223 702 836###

Community Connections

Thurston County Food Bank

The Thurston County Food Bank's mission is to eliminate hunger in our community. 

Thanksgiving Meal Distribution:  November 24th and 25th.  

360-352-8597

Stonewall Youth

Founded in 1991, Stonewall Youth is a youth-led organization that empowers LGBTQ2S+ youth to speak for themselves, support one another, educate their communities, and work towards social justice. Most of the programming is for youth ages 21 and under.

JBLM Military and Family Support

The Military and Family Support Center's programs and services are a key resource for you and your family.  

School Support Services 

Our JBLM School Liaison Officer (SLO) is:

Antoinette Walker

253-967-7195

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