Dear CSA Family and Friends,

As we approach the Thanksgiving break, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing support and dedication to your child’s education. Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and togetherness, and I hope you and your family enjoy the holiday and the opportunity to connect with loved ones.

While we look forward to the break, we want to emphasize the importance of attendance on Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26. Every day and every minute in school matters for your child’s academic success. Let’s finish this short week strong!

Please remember to check your scholar’s grades in PowerSchool if you haven’t already done so. Progress reports are now available in your parent portal account. If you need assistance accessing the portal, please reach out to our team, and we’ll be happy to help. Monitoring grades regularly ensures that we can work together to keep our scholars on track.

We’re thrilled to announce two exciting upcoming events:
• Winterfest 2024: Join us on Friday, December 13, at 6 PM for Cleveland School of the Arts’ Annual Winterfest Show. This free event will feature performances and exhibits from all of our art departments. Doors will open at 5:30 PM, and the show will begin promptly at 6 PM. We hope to see all of our families there to celebrate our scholars’ creativity and talent.
• Appetizers and Arts: On Thursday, December 5, from 4 PM to 6 PM, our Visual Arts students will collaborate with Cleveland Culinary Arts chefs for our second annual cross-curricular event. This unique afterschool program highlights the intersection of art and culinary skills and is an event you won’t want to miss.

Additionally, a big thank-you to everyone who supported this year’s fall fundraiser! We’re proud to announce that 100% of the total earnings will go directly to grade-level activity accounts, helping to fund meaningful experiences for our students.

If you are interested your student attending after school study tables, reach out to a member of the administration team.

Finally, if you’re interested in volunteering for future events or initiatives, please contact our Parent Ambassador, Ms Ogbuji. Your involvement makes all the difference in creating a supportive and engaging school community. roschelle.ogbuji@clevelandmetroschools.org

Let me leave you with this thought as we approach the holiday season:
“Parent involvement is the heart of a child’s educational success. Together, we build brighter futures.”

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday!

If you have recently moved or changed contact information, use the form below to update the school.

Update family contact (link)

CMSD School Year at a Glance Calendar

Yours in Education,

Ricardo Franklin Sr, Head of School

CSA's annual Winterfest show featuring student-artist from all art departments will be a night to remember. This event is free and open to the public. Doors opens at 5:30 PM. Show starts at 6:00 PM.

• Winter Sports Parent Meeting, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @John Hay HS (see below for agenda)

• .

• Thanksgiving Break (No School)

• Thanksgiving Break (No School)

• Thanksgiving Break (No School)
• Boys Basketball @ University School, 3:30 PM

Be sure to check your child's schoology account for each subject for class updates

Attention seniors! Please sign up for your Cap & Gown photo time slot. You are expected to be in class before and after your allotted time, but please be on time for your slot as we have a lot of people to photograph in a short time. Photos will take place in the photography studio. You will get one posed Cap & Gown shot and one in your outfit if you'd like. Please see Mrs. Thornton with questions.

2nd Annual Art & Apps Event @ the Executive Grille. Join us for this after-school cross curricular in collaboration with CSA and CCA.

We are asking that family members picking up their child by car, to NOT park in the staff lot behind the school. The fire lanes must remain open and clear for any potential emergencies.

Reminders:

• The main office closes at 2:30 PM. All early pick-ups must be completed before then.
• Send a note to school with your child when picking up early. Have them show it to their teacher before coming to the main office. This will help expedite their departure.
• All absences will be marked as unexcused if a reason is not provided when your child returns from their absence.

Students who need a computer, charger, or student ID (with bus pass), must see Mr. Hilt or Mr. Smith during their lunch period.

Students who need a schedule change can do so by using the link below to schedule time with Mrs. Bailey. (Note, not all requests to change a schedule are granted due to class size and/or availability)

Monthly Service Reporting (Click link)

Students who choose to bring a personal cell phone or electronic device must place that item in a school Yondr Bag. Only students with situations approved by the Head of School or have health related accommodations are exempt from this action.

• First Violation: Confiscation of the device where it will be stored with administrators in the Main Office until end of day. Student will receive their device at the end of day.
• Second Violation: Confiscation of cellular device where it will be stored with administrators in the Main Office until end of day. Guardian will have to collect student device. If guardian is unavailable, the device will stay with administrators until guardian can personally collect device.
• Habitual Violations: Conference with guardian and administration. Consequences fall under levels 2I and 2Q of the CMSD Code of Conduct (possible suspension).

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and DigitalC have embarked on a transformative partnership to bring the Canopy home internet service—offering unmatched value and premium connectivity—to CMSD families at no cost. This collaboration is dedicated to ensuring that every scholar has access to superior internet experience at home, breaking down barriers to digital access and fostering an environment where education can thrive. High speeds support multiple devices and can reach up to 200 Mbps for uploads and 100 Mbps for downloads.

MyPowerHub brings together key information about your child(ren) from multiple PowerSchool tools, conveniently consolidated into one easy-to-access view. Effortlessly access grades, assignments, newsfeeds, two-way messaging, and more—all in a single, centralized hub.

Tuesdays (3:05-3:35pm)

Thursdays (3:05-3:55pm)

Tuesday 7:50 - 8:25 AM; 3:10 - 3:40 AM

Monday 3:05-3:55 PM. Students should be punctual and prepared with questions.

Monday 3:10 PM - 3:55 PM

Thursday 3:10 PM - 3:55 PM

Tuesday 8:00 - 8:25 AM

Tuesday 3:10 - 3:55 PM

Thursday 3:10 - 3:55 PM

• Senior dues can be paid any time before the due date February 7, 2025

Last week, in Foundations of Media and Digital Design, students were tasked with creating a digital art illustration featuring a "Fantasy Landscape" using selected prompts. This project's skill focus was to develop "depth", using foreground, middle ground, and background composition techniques! This week's featured 10th-grade artist is Taylor Rice! Taylor's prompt was "Galaxy" and her illustration showcases a beautiful night sky on a distant planet. Taylor captures depth in this piece by rendering the mountainous landscape in three distinct distances, with a river running through the middle ground to push that perspective. Taylor also features two large contrasting planets that blend into the night sky, illuminated by a distant sun, creating a perfect focal point that captures the eye. Great work, Taylor!

​Here is this week’s CMSD Family Matters with News, Information & Resources for Families, Caregivers, Educators & Supporters.

A good majority of our scholars returned to school this week and we couldn't be happier.
Hope to see your smiling faces at the Mayor Bibbs Back to School Fest this Saturday, August 24th.

Click here for the Family Matters Newsletter

#CMSDShoutOut #CelebrateCMSD #CMSD #CMSDFamiliesRock.
Review past issues and other links - https://linktr.ee/CMSD.FamilyEngagement

Agenda

• Staff Introduction
• Boys Basketball
• Chris Sanders
• Girls Basketball
• Vynetta Crider
• Boys Track
• Quenton Moore
• Girls Track
• Ernest Kerr / Stephen Toles
• Wrestling
• Lamont Thomas
• Bowling

• Beverly Braun

• Ipek Ergonenc (FAFSA events, scholarship opportunities, and ACT test preparation)

• GPA requirements ( https://ohsaaweb.blob.core.windows.net/files/Eligibility/OtherEligibiltyDocs/EligibilityGuidelinesGuidanceCounselors.pdf )

• Final Forms ( FinalForms - Cleveland Municipal Schools )
• Physical ( https://ohsaaweb.blob.core.windows.net/files/Sports-Medicine/2022-23PPE(English).pdf )
• Communication and Updates
• Jupiter
• Instagram
• Athletic site : www.johnhayhornets.com
• SportsYou

• Parent Questions and Concerns

• Sport Breakout Rooms (7pm – 8pm)
• Expectations
• Team Rules and Procedures
• Practice and Game Schedule
• Share contact Information

• 5 - Election Day (NO SCHOOL)
• 11 - Veterans Day (NO SCHOOL)
• 19 - CMSD Board Board Meeting
• 27 - 29 - Thanksgiving Break

• 2-13: OST Make-ups
• 11 - All-City Winter Concert @EPC
• 13 - Winter Fest @CSA 6:00 PM
• 19 - District PAC @EPC 11:00 AM
• End of 2nd Marking Period (1st Semester)
• 23 - Winter Break - January 6

Website: https://www.clevelandmetroschools.org/CSA
Location: 2064 Stearns Rd, Cleveland, OH, USA
Phone: (216) 838 - 9000

Ricardo Franklin Sr. - Head of School

Kendal Hilt - Curriculum Instruction Specialist

Brittinie Jermon - Dean of Arts

Bruce Smith - Dean of Engagement