CARROLL MIDDLE SCHOOL
February 21, 2022
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In this Issue
  • Employee of the Month
  • Lost & found overflowing
  • Upcoming screenings
  • SRO needs candy
  • UIL academic competition information
  • Newspapers & vegetables needed for Animal Science
  • Off-Campus PE Pictures Needed
  • Counselors
  • PTSO
  • Sports
  • CISD/Community Information
Calendar
Events for the Week
UIL Academic practices - check schedule for dates & times

Monday, Feb. 21
Staff development - No School

Tuesday, Feb. 22
Incoming 7th grade parent meeting 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 23
Special Education Parent Training Series @ Admin Building 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Track @ 4:30 p.m. Keller HS

Thursday, Feb. 24
Last day for 8th to 9th to submit course selection
Dragon Cheer tryouts mandatory meeting @ 6 p.m. CHS Lecture Hall

Friday, Feb. 25
No scheduled activities

Save the Date
PTSO General Meeting Dates
March 7, April 20, May 18

Monday, Feb. 28
22-23 Cheerleader mandatory parent meeting @ 5:30 p.m. CMS Library

Tuesday, March 1
AP Booster Club Presents "Let's Talk Curriculum 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 8
GT Passion Project 4 p.m.

Wednesday, March 9
Career Day

Thursday, March 10
UIL Choir Contest
Dragons Light the Night

Monday, March 14-Friday, March 18
Spring Break - No School
Employee of the Month
8th Grade Math Teacher
Jenny Wilson
Congratulations to Geometry and Pre-Algebra teacher Jenny Wilson on being nominated for February Employee of the month by her peers. A few of the main characteristics that make her a favorite is her genuine care for the students, listening capabilities and sympathetic heart. However, one of Wilson's most noticed traits is the infectious smile and dance moves.

Wilson wanted to help others succeed in math, so she decided to become a teacher. She earned her degree from Texas A&M.

"I love working with kids and enjoy building relationships with them," she said. "I love to see them achieve things they never thought they would understand."

In her spare time, she enjoys exercise and running, reading and playing games, but more importantly, spending time with her family.
One Act earns Superior Rating
The one act troupe performed Feb. 12 and received a SUPERIOR RATING (the highest you can get). Marlee Fraser won BEST ACTRESS for the entire competition and Byrce Cerami received a BEST CREW award.
Kaden Linss, Michael Vu, Koi Choi, Marcus Ngyuen, Vivien Wang and Stephanie Starks all won individual acting awards. Congratulations to a job well done and for an awesome representation of CMS!
NJHS Polar Plunge raises $2300
The annual Polar Plunge took place on Feb. 12 at NRH2O. This event is a fundraiser for the North Texas chapter of Special Olympics. Paige Lubianski, Jordan Evans, Caroline Lorence, Rebekah Beard and Grace Rhoten all attended the event, with Lorence, Beard and Rhoten all participated in the actual plunge. It was a freezing and windy day with the water temp a chilly 42 degrees. Our amazing teachers and many members of NJHS raised of $2300 for this event.
Cheerleaders 22-23 Mandatory Parent Meeting
Who: current 6th & 7th graders
When: Monday, Feb. 28 @ 5:30
Where: CMS Library
What: Mandatory parent meeting for cheerleaders wanting to tryout for the 2022-2023 squad.
Contact Jordan.Evans@southlakecarroll.edu
Office News
Vision, hearing, and Spinal Screenings Coming Up
Parents of all 7th grade students: I will be conducting hearing and vision screenings on all 7th grade students, and spinal screenings on all 7th grade girls during their Social Studies class on March 22-24. If your child has recently been screened, is under the care of a physician, or you wish to not have your child screened please send in recent screening results and/or your wish to exclude your child from screenings. Please have your child prepared for their spinal screen by bringing the appropriate clothing i.e. a thin t-shirt, shorts; girls can bring a sports bra, two piece swimsuit top, or halter top for spinal screenings. 

Parents of all 8th grade boys: I will be conducting spinal screenings on all 8th grade boys during their Social Studies classes on April 5-8. If your child has recently been screened, is under the care of a physician, or you wish to not have your child screened please send in recent screening results and/or you wish to exclude your child from screenings. Please have your child prepared for their spinal screen by bringing the appropriate clothing i.e. a thin t-shirt, shorts. 

Please send recent results/exclusion notes to madison.pimpo@southlakecarroll.edu. 

Thank you! 
Nurse Madison

Candy Needed
Have extra candy laying around the house that the kids don’t want? Consider donating it to Officer Roberson who gives it out between classes a few times a week.
 
Thank you in advance,
Officer Roberson
Yearbook News
Pictures Needed
Do you have pictures from off campus PE, etc.? Please use the information above or click on the link below to submit pictures. The picture needs to be a high-resolution, candid (not posing for the camera) photo. If anyone in the photo does not attend CMS, I cannot use the photo because of FERPA requirements. Be sure to include who is in the picture as well as any additional information about it including the photographer.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Yearbook related questions?
Contact Darcy Adams

Did you forget to order a yearbook? There are a few reserved for latecomers.
Please call 1-877-767-5217 or go to jostensyearbook.com
Academic UIL
Students will need to attend practices once a week, if they are unable to attend they will need to contact the event coach and make arrangements.  Students can compete in no more than five events. Please look at the event schedule carefully, they cannot compete in events that are competing at the same time.

The UIL competition date will be held on Saturday, March 26 at Adams Middle School in Haslet and they must attend so please make sure that they are available. They will be part of a team that depends on them to compete. 

You must use your school email when filling out the google form. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Cashon at lori.cashon@southlakecarroll.edu or students can stop by Mrs. Cashon's room, D102 the animal science room.
Animal Science Needs
If you have any extra newspapers or any veggies that you are thinking about throwing away, our CMS zoo animals would love your help! Newspapers are needed for the bird cages and veggies for all of our veggie loving critters. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Counselor's Corner
The Counseling Newsletter focuses on helping your child think responsibly by Goal Setting. We hope you have a chance to sit down, dream, and plan with your student and maybe even share a goal or two of your own. Please click here for the CMS Counseling Newsletter.
 
We have also included course selection information for 2022-23.
  
CMS Counseling Team
Jane Kea – 7th Grade Counselor
Dawn Riedl – 8th Grade Counselor

Important HS Course Selection Dates for current 8th graders
**** Please direct all questions regarding HS Course Selections/Curriculum to the HS Counseling Department  https://www.southlakecarroll.edu/Page/2322
February 14 - 24 : Course request will be open in Skyward 
April 26 - 28: Arena Scheduling opens for 8th grade students 

Video for all current 8th graders to watch: All About High School
New & improved CMS PTSO Website.
Be sure to check out social media (see below)
To order a personalized brick,
go to the CMS PTSO website or click on the link below:

Dragons Light The Night is Back - March 10
Let’s show CISD how much spirit Carroll Middle School has, purchase your Dragons Light the Night lantern or family sponsorship lanterns today! February 18th is the last day to purchase a lantern for decorating. For more information and to purchase your lantern, please visit https://www.dragonslightthenight.com/ 

Calling all volunteers
We still have a few spots left open for a once a month volunteer opportunity at CMS. Volunteers are needed before school to direct traffic at drop off and monitor students in the hallways during faculty meetings. For more information and to sign up, visit the sign up genius link below. 
*All volunteers must fill out the Carroll ISD background check before volunteering.*


2022-23 PTSO Board needs Filled
We are looking for people to be on the 2022-2023 PTSO Board. Please contact Elizabeth Spieth if you are interested in a position. elizabethspieth@aol.com
Social Media
We would also like to encourage people to join our Facebook group, Carroll Middle School.
Athletics

Lauren Sullivan
Girls' Athletic Coordinator

Coaching Staff:
Shelby Alvarado - shelby.alvarado@southlakecarroll.edu
District Information
STEAM Newsletter - February
Check out this month’s Carroll STEAM Newsletter! Get the inside scoop of what our students in STEAM and Career Tech are up to! DOWNLOAD HERE

Carroll ISD Blended Prekindergarten serves students who are eligible for Early Childhood Special Education (ESCE), students who meet eligibility for free public school prekindergarten according to state eligibility requirements (Eligible for Free PreK).

The Pre-K application window is from Feb. 22 - March 7 (by 4:00 p.m.), and the lottery is held April 1. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO.

CISD Special Education Parent Training Series - Feb. 23
Please join us on Wednesday, Feb. 23, at the Admin Building from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the next Parent Training Series. We will learn about effective behavior management techniques that parents can utilize in the home and community settings. The district’s contracted Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Behavior Specialist will also provide information to parents on de-escalation techniques that we use on our campuses and in trainings with staff, as well as ways to respond to various functions of a child’s behavior. Please RSVP to Margaret Bloodworth. DOWNLOAD FLYER

Dragon Cheer Tryouts - Mandatory Meeting Feb. 24
Dragon Cheer tryouts will kick off with a mandatory meeting on Thursday, Feb. 24, @ 6 p.m. in the CHS Lecture Hall, 800 N. White Chapel Blvd. Please visit https://www.southlakecarrollcheer.com/ for all info including packets!

Dragon Update Videos Available
Dr. Ledbetter is hosting a weekly Dragon Update series every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. If you are not able to tune in, you can view the videos after the fact on the district website. Click here to read more and see the videos from previous weeks.

AP Booster Club Presents "Let's Talk Curriculum" - March 1
Join the AP Booster Club on Tuesday, March 1st, at 7 p.m. in the CISD Administration Building, 2400 N. Carroll Ave., for an informative discussion with Gina Peddy, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Discussion will include:

  • High School course options broken down.
  • When choosing classes for your 5-12th graders, is that path set in stone or flexible? What path is best for your child? How to decide.
  • Why take AP Classes? Pros and Cons.

AP Booster Club membership is required to attend. Sign up today HERE.

Emerald Belles Tryouts SAVE THE DATE - April 7
Is your high school Dragon interested in becoming a Belle? Please note the following dates.

Candidate meeting: Tuesday, March 1 @ 7:30 p.m.
Clinic: Tuesday, April 5 & Wednesday, April 6 @ 4:15-6:15 p.m.
Tryouts: Thursday, April 7 @ 4:15 p.m.

For team tryouts, the Candidate Meeting will be held in the SAC at the Senior High and the Clinic/Tryouts will be held in the main gym at the Senior High. Visit https://emeraldbelles.com/home for more info.

2022-2023 Dragon Tennis Team Placement Dates - July 25-29
Interested in playing tennis in high school? Our 2022-2023 Dragon Tennis team placement dates have been set for the week of July 25th-29th. For more information and to register: https://carrolldragontennis.org/high-school/tryouts/ All athletes will need a current physical on file. Any questions? Contact Coach Aldridge at corey.aldridge@southlakecarroll.edu.

CEF Board Applications Now Open
Would you like to be a bigger part of funding teachers? Carroll Education Foundation is looking for new Board Members who have a passion for Teachers and Students in Carroll ISD. If you are a community member with skills in technology, marketing, legal, event and volunteer management, finance and governance – We Need You! Click HERE to apply! Deadline: March 7, 2022.
CEF Culinary Celebration Tickets On Sale NOW!
What is the CEF Culinary Celebration? It's a fun and exciting event with tastings from over 18 area restaurants! This year's event theme is "Friday Night Fever" and guests will arrive in their best Disco attire! Along with tasting some amazing cuisine, guests will also enjoy Disco Dancing, Silent and Live Auctions, and a Raffle! If you are a $1,000 (or more) donor to CEF you will also receive two (2) tickets to the event! Not a donor to CEF? Click HERE to learn more. Or to Buy Event Tickets, Click HERE.