PRINCIPAL'S UPDATES
Dear CFMS Families,
We will continue to create ways for students to stay connected to their peers, school and world. Over the course of the next six weeks:
- Students will learn about the ways that their school counselor can support them.
- Students, All in and virtual, will be able to virtually connect together in recess.
- Advisory classes will provide the time for students to practice skills needed for civil discourse, such as reflecting on our speaking, listening deeply, seeing deeply and respecting others.
- Classes will focus on the words of the Poet, Amanda Gorman, and the peacebuilding movement of Dr. Martin Luther King.
- Skills will be extended through 7th and 8th grade team building activities, school-wide service projects and charitable opportunities, like Harvest for Hunger.
We value studying character, problem-solving and relationship-building while helping students realize the world around them.
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
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February 15: Presidents Day NO SCHOOL
February 16-18: Normal Tuesday-Thursday schedule
February 19: Remote Friday/ We will follow the Monday class schedule and remain remote
February 22 & 24: All 8th Grade Face to Face Virtual Field Trip during advisory
February 23 & 25: All 7th grade team building activity
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Congratulations to our January Students Of The Month!
7th Graders: Alexa Apshago and Ethan Johnson
8th Graders: Emily Shisila and Alexander Burnight
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Our morning announcements are presented live each school day at 7:45am. Parents you are welcome to login and listen to them....hear about what's happening in school!
CLICK HERE or go to the MS Homepage and click on ANNOUNCEMENTS on the left side.
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MS. FENTON'S ART CLASS WEEKLY CHALLENGE -3rd Grading Period:
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We are unable to accept online payments through Final Forms for the next few months. Parents will need to pay by cash or check. Final Forms is transitioning to a new payment processing system which limits our ability to accept payments. Payments may be submitted to the school office. |
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January 23rd hosted by Laurel
Congratulations to the Middle School Speech and Debate Team on an outstanding virtual competition hosted by Laurel School against schools from Ohio, Colorado, Indiana, and Florida. Every competitor won at least one round. Special acknowledgement to Will Allen and Rory Rhode who tied for 5th place in Extemporaneous Debate.
Next week is our Solon Tournament and then we move to Qualifiers and States! Super proud of this crew!
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January 30th hosted by Solon
Congratulations to the CFMS Speech and Debate Team who did a spectacular job on January 30th participating in 2 separate tournaments hosted by Solon and Yellow Springs. Our team came in 4th overall at Solon which demonstrated a strong team effort in both speech and debate categories. Congratulations to Layla Hauserman who placed 3rd in Extemporaneous Debate for Solon, and to Ben Lewis who placed 4th at Yellow Springs in Original Oratory.
Topics, resolutions, cases, and competitors are evolving and becoming more arduous, and this team is meeting each challenge with determination!
Thanks for giving up Fridays and Saturdays to analyze, perform and argue!
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January 9th District Tournament
Congratulations to CFMS Power of the Pen team! The students participated in the Lake Erie College district tournament on January 9th, competing against 7th & 8th grade students from 15 schools in the surrounding area. The following students received recognition:
7th grade individual awards:
- 6th place overall: Hailey Haddon
- 2nd place overall: Patrick Davidson
- 1st place overall: Marie Cain
8th grade individual awards:
- 7th place overall : Fraya Brattebo
Best of round awards:
- Best of round one (7th grade): "Hope" by Marie Cain
Be sure to congratulate these students when you see them! Thank you to all the talented writers that participated for all of your hard work and dedication!
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Coaches Perrine and Thombs are proud of the excellent work ethic of this year's wrestling team.
All of the boys are working hard to learn new moves and new strategies on the mat. This group has an exceptional sense of team. Each team member takes responsibility for the "off the mat stuff" like cleaning mats, match set up and tear down, AND encouraging each other from the bench. We are excited watching this group grow in their love of the sport.
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The 7th Grade Boys Basketball Team is off to a solid start this season with a record of 7 wins and 3 losses. The offense was clicking early in the season as the team averaged 45 points in their first 2 games of the season, both wins. The Tigers improved to 4 and 0 before challenging a talented and tough Kenston team, which gave them their first loss of the season. The Tigers were forced to shut things down for almost a month due to Covid concerns in the league.
SInce restarting after the new year, the Tigers have had to show some resilience and overcome adversity each game, but they have been successful in securing victories. The team has done a wonderful job of supporting each other during games and multiple players have stepped up for each win. The Tigers have 5 games remaining and will look to avenge a tough loss to West G at home in the final week of the season.
Coach Wujnovich is impressed with everyone's ability to adapt to a challenging season and knows the players are learning a valuable lesson in learning to embrace challenges.
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7th and 8th grade basketball cheerleaders have put in hours of practice and cheering our teams on to victory! Recently they even appeared as our favorite, spirited mascot Mortimer!! Coaches want to thank you so much for your dedication, commitment and school spirit!
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Reserve your CFMS Yearbook today!
We have been working hard to make this year’s Chagrin Falls Middle School yearbook. Each page is filled with friends, photos and fun memories! Order your child’s copy today at ybpay.lifetouch.com using your school’s Yearbook ID Code: 14291921
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ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES FROM SCHOOL |
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Report absences: to the attendance line 440/247-4790 or the MS Office 440/247-4746.
You may email teachers or coaches additionally however for any absence to be excused the office needs to document communication with a parent/guardian.
Please remember that there needs to be an approved excuse for visiting virtually.
Submit doctor appointment verification slips to the school following any appointment absences.
Do you have absence paperwork to send to the school?
Email: Connie.miralia@chagrinschools.org or Laila.Discenza@chagrinschools.org
Or Fax to: 440/247-4855
Have a question for our school nurse?
Call the school clinic 440/893-7695 ext 4304 or the District Nurse Cell: 330/998-3350
email: debra.elam@chagrinschools.org
Quick Reference for understanding absences as they appear in Infinite Campus
Medical= student is home ill or at a medical appointment. Student is not expected to attend class virtually but can absolutely choose to do so. Student will not be marked unexcused if they do not log in.
Visiting Virtual= Student is home but is not ill. This is a family choice. Parent is requesting that their student not attend class physically out of an abundance of caution. The student is not being told to stay home and quarantine. Student is expected to log on virtually. Student will be marked unexcused if they do not log in.
Quarantine= Student is home due to Covid related issues. Student is expected to log on to class virtually if not symptomatic and ill. Student will be marked unexcused if they do not log in.
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As we have begun our all-in transition this can stir up a lot of feelings in students. Whether it is excitement, anxiety, or any combination, please know that students continue to have support here at school.
With the increased flex time that lunch and recess provides, this may be the first opportunity some of our students have had to navigate social situations outside of the classroom this year. We have worked to organize lunch tables and recess locations prioritizing student requests the best we can. If your student is having trouble navigating any of these new situations, please encourage them to reach out to me, and I'm happy to help any way I can.
Furthermore, this transition to all-in puts our virtual academy students in a new situation as well, being the only ones attending online Monday-Thursday. We recognize how this can be a difficult adjustment for some of our students as well as they navigate there being significantly fewer students online in classrooms, as well as now missing the lunch/recess time with friends here at school. Please continue to check in on your children and let us know how they are feeling and doing while managing this.
This week is an adjustment for everyone, and we are here to support and listen and do anything we can to help all sides navigate this change.
Kyle Patterson
School Counselor
Chagrin Falls Middle School
440-247-5500 x4307
@PattersonCFMS
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Mental Wellness Highlight |
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Mental Wellness Corner - February's topic… Growth Mindset
Many students have just completed winter benchmarking assessments. Unsurprisingly, this can create stress in some students. They compare their scores to their friends or their past assessments, and they make a number of conclusions (not always accurately!) about their abilities based on their scores.
If you notice that your child experienced stress or disappointment in their scores, it may be a good idea to explore the importance of a growth mindset with them. Growth mindset focuses on the ability to learn and change. One score or one grade is not indicative of your child’s ability to grow and strengthen their skills. Viewing mistakes and setbacks as normal, and as an opportunity to problem solve, learn and grow can help to build their confidence and resiliency!
Take a look at this article for more ideas on how to help your child develop a growth mindset. Growth Mindset
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342 E. Washington Street
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
Main Number: (440) 893-7695
Administration: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4301
Adm. Asst.: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4302
Athletic Office: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4337
Attendance: (440) 247-4790
Clinic: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4304
Fax: (440) 247-4855
Guidance: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4307
Lobby: (440) 893-7695 ext. 4303
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