Principal's Updates
Dear CFMS Families,
First quarter grades were posted to Infinite Campus last week! We are pleased with the level of achievement our students produce and recognize that the students care a lot about their success. This is a great trait to have. At CFMS we work to build the whole-child and spend focused time reinforcing kindness and awareness, as well. Empathy may not come naturally, that's why we work to help middle level students reflect about being in other's shoes. Children thrive when parents are able to actively promote their positive growth and development. You can help at home, too. The following articles include steps that families can take -
"A Surprising Way to Help Children and Adults Harness Empathy"
and
"How to Close the Empathy Gap."
Family is the single most important influence in a child's life. Family involvement in schools shouldn’t be limited to such activities as volunteering, fundraising, and helping with homework. Therefore, it is important that we nurture and enhance the Family-School relationship.
On Monday, November 4th our entire school district will take part in a Family First Night. This means that there will be
no homework assigned, no tests to study for, no athletic practices or games held, and no club meetings or activities hosted
. Students and staff will leave school at the dismissal bell and only focus on connecting with their families.
We know that families are stretched in many different directions with many commitments and responsibilities in one day alone. Our hope is to provide a scheduled time that removes district expectations to allow for focused family time. Enjoy every minute!
Proud to be a Tiger,
Laila Discenza
Principal, Chagrin Falls Middle School
342 E. Washington Street
Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022
(440) 893-7695 x 4301
News & Announcements
CONGRATULATIONS!
Click here
to see the students that have earned a 4.0 GPA / Straight A's for Quarter 1! Great Accomplishment!
I
n an effort to promote kindness throughout the year and to acknowledge students for an attitude that makes a positive difference at CFMS, students will be nominated as TIGER TRAILBLAZERS:
IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR 7TH GRADERS
Monday is the 2nd annual Greek Olympics! Remember to dress like your god, goddess or monster. Bring in your supplies for your shields and any other props you may need with you to school. Double check your list of needs the night before and make sure you have everything in your backpack.
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT TIGER TALES
WELCOME MRS. FOSNAUGH
Join us in welcoming our newest K-8 staff member, Mrs. Jessica Fosnaugh, our Student Wellness Coach!
She is a mental health counselor who started her career working with children and families in 2008. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Toledo. She went on to receive her Master of Arts in Education degree from the University of Akron.
Mrs. Fosnaugh first began working with children and families in community based settings, including schools and homes. She worked to support her clients' functioning by assisting them to build healthy coping skills and advocating for their needs when necessary. Since then, Mrs. Fosnaugh has worked in an outpatient role at Akron Children's Hospital, where she received extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Beck Institute in Philadelphia and Triple P through Triple America in South Carolina.
Mrs. Fosnaugh’s goals are to support staff as a resource and students as a coach in order to strengthen healthy skills to improve wellness by focusing on areas including mindfulness, effective stress and anxiety reduction and positive mood management. She will be at the Middle School every Tuesday.
MS SKI CLUB REGISTRATION OPEN
Run by Community Education, this club is an annual favorite for middle school students.
The bus leaves after school on select Fridays in January and February and returns back to the school. Students are provided the opportunity to ski with their friends for 4 hours under the lights! Students who are already season pass holders may register for bus transportation only to participate in the club.
See the flyer for all details.
STUDENT DIRECTORIES ON SALE -
Profits directly help the middle school!
PTO is excited to announce th
at the Chagrin Falls School District Student Directory is now fully digital via
joinourclass
. Mobile App included! You’ll have access to names, emails and phone numbers at your fingertips from anywhere you are. No more hunting for the directory around the house or in the car, it’s now just one click away!
CLICK HERE
to be directed to the PTO fundraising page and scroll down to Middle School Fundraiser-Student Directories to order.
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER
TESTING DATES - PLEASE PUT ON YOUR CALENDARS
Testing dates are April 15,16, 20, 21, 23 & 24
. Students will be testing in the morning. Please do not schedule any appointments before 10:00 am on these dates. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated.
SCHOOL FEES REMINDER
YEARBOOK - order yours today!
INFINITE CAMPUS MOBILE APPS
Infinite Campus has two new and improved mobile apps: Campus Student (for students) and Campus Parent (for parents). Download your free app for real-time access to grades, assignments, attendance, schedules, announcements and more. Infinite Campus Mobile Apps can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Search "Infinite Campus" on either store to find the updated apps. If you are using the old Infinite Campus app, please download the new app. The old app will be removed from the app store June 30th, 2019.
Important Dates
November
5th-
No School Staff Training Day
27-29
- No School
December
7th
-
Treat your children on Saturday, Dec. 7th to one of the most beloved holiday traditions, our annual, Breakfast with Santa, and support the Chagrin Falls High School Baseball Team. This sell-out event kicks off the holiday season with photos with Santa, Crafts with baseball elves, silent auction and all-you-can-eat pancakes!
CLICK HERE for more information
April
Testing week is April 15th through 24th
. The 7-12 campus will run a 2-hour delayed start schedule in order to test in the morning then attend our scheduled classes. Please make every effort to have your child here everyday.
Important Info For Families
Celebrations- Student Parent Handbook page 24
Due to increasing numbers of students with life threatening food allergies we will protect student health and safety and maintain our instructional focus. Edible treats are not permitted and parents are asked not to send food related items to share with classmates at any time. They are also asked not to bring in food related items for student presentations and special school-wide events.
For general information on middle school...
Please
CLICK HERE
to view the parent tip sheet. This information is also located on the MS homepage.
Questions regarding attendance, appointments & planned absences....
Please
CLICK HERE
to be redirected to the absences webpage.
