CFMS BUILDING NEWSLETTER 
April 7, 2018

Dear CFMS Families,

We had a great first week back! Sometimes when students return from an extended period of being away from their school schedule getting back in a regular groove can be challenging. I was very impressed with how our students showed focus and work ethic throughout the entire week. Their growth as young adults is becoming more and more evident as we near the end of the school year.

Students who are working on the student walkout agenda have started finalizing their plans. Participation will be the choice of the individual and classes will continue as planned so that instruction time is not lost. Tentatively it looks like the walkout will take place at 10:00 am on April 20th. Students are also working on creating an afternoon session in the Performing Arts Center that will include local political constituents. I’m very proud of the leadership that’s been displayed by our middle school students who are working on this initiative.

Finally, as you browse through the sections below, please notice the various opportunities to get involved in our building. Our three newest events are Kick-it for Cancer for eighth grade students, a Science and Technology day hosted by our science department and an Art Extravaganza facilitated by Ms. Fenton. At Chagrin Falls Middle School we strongly believe in the triangular connection between students, staff and guardians. Thank you for everything you do for your child, our building and our district!


As always, if you need anything, just let me know!


Proud to be a Tiger!
Curtis Howell
Interim Principal, Chagrin Falls Middle School
342 E. Washington Street
Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022
(440) 893-7695 x 4301
Curtis.Howell@chagrinschools.org
@Howell_CFMS


INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Safer Ohio Tip Line
The single greatest deterrent of an act of violence is identification and intervention with at risk students. All students, parents and staff must feel comfortable expressing concern and alerting the appropriate individual(s) when concerns arise. The state of Ohio has an anonymous tip line that can be reached via text or call with any issue of concern, 1-844-SaferOH  (844-723-3764 ). This line is monitored by analysts at the Ohio Homeland Security Threat Assessment and Prevention Unity at all times.    

Summer Camp Opportunities
Summer Camp and Workshop Opportunities which may be of interest to our families.  CLICK HERE for details.

Kick-it for Cancer

Science Career Opportunity
NOTEWORTHY NEWS
3rd Quarter Report Cards are posted to Infinite Campus.
Please be sure to print one at home if you would like to keep one for your records.

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Art Extravaganza!
Please contact Ms. Fenton if you're interested in helping to coordinate this event. amy.fenton@chagrinschools.org
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SUPPORT GROUP NEWS

An evening to provide parents of children with anxiety with strategies to help their children build resiliency, and collaborate with the school.

SAY- Social Advocates for Youth invites you to attend an engaging interactive program for parents, students, school staff and other professionals who work with youth. Check Flyer Central for details.

Art Show Volunteers Needed-One Day Only!
Volunteers are needed to help hang artwork for the Chagrin Falls Schools Spring Art Show, Grades 7-12. Set-up: Tuesday, April 17th 8:30-12:00 (lunch provided). Take-down: Monday, April 23rd 8:30 - 12:00 (bagels provided)
Please sign up using the link- Volunteer Sign-up Form.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
  • April 19-22 - Art Show at Hamlet Village Atrium
  • April 23 - May 1 - State testing
  • May 5- 8th Grade Dance 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM in the MS Cafe
  • May 25-7th & 8th Grade End of Year Awards- Performing Arts Center 8:00 AM
  • May 25-8th Grade Photo auction/reception 9:30 AM (Following awards ceremony)
  • May 29, 30, 31- 8th Grade D.C. Trip
  • NOTE: There will not be a Cedar Point Trip for 8th grade students due to the adjustment of our Washington DC trip.

The middle school and high school will be conducting the same state testing schedule for the dates of April 23-27 and April 30-May 1 . We both will be running a 2 hour delayed start schedule in order to test 7:40-9:40 and still attend our normal courses 9:40-2:50.

Specifically for the middle school:
Monday, April 23 - ELA 1
Tuesday, April 24 - ELA 2
Wednesday, April 25 - Math 1 (all levels)
Thursday, April 26 - Math 2 (all levels)
Monday, April 30 - Science 1 (8th Grade only)
Tuesday, May 1 - Science 2 (8th Grade only)
A Message from School Counselor, Mr. Patterson:
 CFMS starting up an Inclusion Diversity Book Club!

Several of our very own students recently came to us hoping to create an avenue to have discussions about celebrating diversity and creating a safe space to have those conversations. After several meetings, we have decided to create a book club and utilize literature as our means of having those discussions. Students who enjoy reading and/or want to be a part of some positive, meaningful conversations are invited to attend.

Our first meeting will be Wednesday, April 11th at 7:00am in the Innovation Center. All students are welcome!

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