CLMS Family Update

Good Afternoon CLMS Families!

CLMS is buzzing with energy and excitement as we move through December, with students and staff coming together to make this month meaningful and fun. From engaging classroom projects to after-school activities, our students are thriving in both academic and extracurricular pursuits. The upcoming Spirit Week is a highlight we’re eagerly anticipating, with themed days designed to build community and spread holiday cheer. It's wonderful to see our students showcase their creativity and school pride.

This season, we’re also focusing on giving back to our community through initiatives like the Season of Giving. Students are enthusiastically participating by bringing in non-perishable food items for the Cardington Food Pantry, demonstrating compassion and teamwork. The Sailing Family Engagement Night brought families together for an evening filled with crafts, dinner, and resource-sharing, strengthening the bonds between our school and the families we serve. These moments reflect the values of CLMS and the joy of working toward a common goal.

As we approach winter break, we’re reminded of the dedication and hard work of everyone in our school community. Whether it’s through academics, sports, or acts of service, our students and staff continue to shine. On behalf of CLMS, we wish all our families a joyful holiday season and a Merry Christmas filled with love and laughter. Thank you for being part of our journey this year!

As always, Go Pirates!

Eric Pettit

Principal, Cardington-Lincoln Middle School

e.pettit@cllsd.org

(419) 864-0609

We value your input in shaping the future of education at Cardington Schools! Career and Technical Education (CTE) focuses on equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and experiences needed to succeed in high-demand careers and lifelong learning. To ensure our programs meet the needs of our students and the community, we are designing pathways and course offerings tailored to their interests and future goals. We need your feedback to guide this process and help us enhance the opportunities available to our learners. Please take a moment to complete our CTE Parent Survey by following the link below—your insights are invaluable!

There are a few reminders for families regarding the 2024/25 District Calendar:

• Friday, December 20th- 1-Hour Early Release. Students will be dismissed at 1:33pm
• Monday, December 23rd through Friday, January 3rd- No School, Winter Break
• Please Note- During Winter Break, the CLMS office will have limited hours. Should you need assistance, please first call the office (419-864-0609, Option 4) before stoping in to ensure that someone will be available to assist you! Additionally, the next CLMS family update will be sent on Friday, January 10th.
• Monday, January 6th- School Resumes
• Wednesday, January 8th- 2-Hour Late Start for Teacher Professional Development. Doors will open for students at 9:15am.
• Friday, January 17th- Last Day of Quarter 2/Semester 1
• Monday, January 20th- No School, MLK Day

In addition to the phone call, our district website and social media pages are updated soon after a decision is made to delay or cancel school. This is a good place to double-check in the event you believe you may not have received a call.

Cardington-Lincoln Local Schools will participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under

the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Under this option, all children in the school receive a

breakfast/lunch at no charge regardless if they complete this form. However, to determine eligibility

for various additional state and federal program benefits that your child’s school may qualify for, including having school fees waived for the 2024/25 school year, please click on the button below to complete an application.

Exciting opportunities await with our club softball program! If your student is interested in sharpening their skills and building teamwork, this is the perfect chance. Click the button below for all the details and to learn how to get involved. Next week is the final week to turn in club softball forms!

Website: https://cardington.k12.oh.us
Location: 349 Chesterville Avenue, Cardington, OH, USA
Phone: 419-864-0609