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The Hawk Report
Christa McAuliffe MS Parent Newsletter - May 2024
A Message From Our Principal, Mr. Lemon
Greetings Hawk Nation Parents and Students,
As we come to the end of the Spring Semester, we ask that you keep the following important updates in mind:
- Practicing Appropriate Behavior. As we end the semester, we ask that you speak with your student(s) and remind them of your expectations for their behavior at school, as well as ours. It is important that students remember to keep their hands and feet to themselves. Failing to do so could result in someone getting hurt, and/or them receiving a consequence. Also, please remind them of the old saying "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." Rumors and gossip do nothing but hurt people and cause students not to focus on learning, but on inappropriate interactions amongst their peers. Students should use kind words towards each other, or see a counselor or administrator immediately, if they need assistance.
- Final Grades! Please review your student's Skyward account and make sure that all grades are passing (70 and above). We are encouraging students to strive for A's & B's as we know that our Hawks are more than capable of high academic success. Should you have a question or concern about your student's grade, please contact their classroom teacher.
- Attendance Matters! Each instructional day is filled with new material and additional opportunities for student growth. It is essential that we have our Hawk Scholars in attendance each and every day, for the entirety of the day. Please remember that Texas has a 90% rule that states that a student must be in attendance 90% of the time to receive credit for a course. Should an emergency or illness arise and your student must be out, please be sure to send a note to Ms. Katrina Taylor, CMMS Attendance Clerk, at Attendancecmms@fortbendisd.com or Katrina.Taylor@fortbendisd.com, so that the absence can be excused.
Let's continue to work together to have a successful closing of the 2023-2024 school year. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions or concerns. Be safe this summer and remember, we are Hawk Nation... Hawk Proud!
Mr. Trevor Lemon
Principal, Christa McAuliffe MS
Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10
Teacher appreciation week begins Monday May 6th. Parents and students, any items that you would like to drop off to your favorite teacher can be delivered to the front office or directly to them during week.
Spring Book Fair
The book fair will take place in the CMMS library the entire week.
8th Grade Celebration Week
8th Grade Spirit Week Events
8th Grade Spirit Week Cost
8th Grade Gala
Dear 8th Grade Parent or Guardian,
Christa McAuliffe MS is having an 8th Grade Spirit Week to celebrate the accomplishments of our 8th grade scholars and commemorate their transition to high school. In preparation for this exciting week, please take note of the upcoming dates and times so that you, your student, and family are able to participate in the various events that will be taking place.
Monday, May 13, 2024
8th Grade Panoramic Picture & Ice Cream Social
Our 8th Grade Panoramic Picture will take place at CMMS during the school day. All 8th graders will participate and are asked to wear purple shirts. Although parents are not allowed, after the picture we will allow time for students to move to the grassy area, near the bus ramp, to take pictures/selfies with friends to commemorate this special time and year, to share with others. We will also have ice cream set up for students to enjoy on this day.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Our 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be held at the Willowridge HS Auditorium, beginning promptly at 6pm. All 8th graders are asked to be in attendance, as each scholar will be recognized for their academic accomplishments and transition to high school. Student should arrive by 5:30pm, and doors will open at 5:45pm for parents/families. Parents are encouraged to attend, but please be mindful that seating is limited. Parents attending are asked to stay until the end, as students will not be released until the program concludes. Please note that no balloons, banners, noise makers, confetti, streamers, or large items are allowed.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
8th Grade Staff vs. Students Basketball Game
Our 8th Grade Staff vs. Students Basketball Game will take place here at CMMS. Students will be able to cheer on the 8th grade basketball teams (boys and girls) as they take on members of our faculty and staff for the title trophy and bragging rights.
Thursday, May 16 2024
8th Grade High School Day
On this day our 8th grade students will represent and wear their school colors as well as apparel of the high school they will attend for the 2024-2025 school year.
Friday, May 17, 2024
8th Grade Picnic
Our 8th Grade Picnic will take place here at CMMS during 6th and 7th periods on the back porch/football field area. We will follow our normal lunch schedule on this day and students will be dismissed during 6th period to the activity area. We will have a game truck, lawn games, competitions, and general all out fun. Water and refreshments will be provided. Students may bring blankets to sit on while they are outside. All students can attend the picnic if behavior is approved. However, students who do not purchase a picnic ticket will not have full access to all activities. The picnic and activities are for CMMS students only.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
8th Grade Gala
Our 8th grade students will dress to impress for their final middle school event. Students will fellowship in their finest attire with an evening of dancing, music, food, and some additional surprise activities. The event will take place at CMMS from 6 to 8:30 PM. The event is for CMMS 8th Grade Students only. The Gala is included in the purchase of a gold or purple package. Students can also purchase an A La Carte entry to the Gala with a yearbook included.
The cost of the 8th Grade Spirit Week can be found on the price sheet included with this letter. Please note that there are 2 packages which include student access to all events, as well as a copy of the yearbook and a panoramic picture (if you select the Gold package). Should you not desire to purchase one of the packages, each event, as well as the panoramic picture and yearbook are available to be purchased A La Carte. Regardless of the route that you choose to buy your student’s items, please keep the following payment deadlines in mind:
Gold and Purple Packages:
All packages must be paid in full by May 8th.
A La Carte:
· Yearbook payments must be made by Wednesday, May 1
· All other a la carte activity payments must be submitted by Friday, May 3
All payments must be made via RevTrak on the CMMS 8th Grade link. No checks, money orders, or cash will be accepted on campus at any time.
As you can see, we have a lot of great and fun events planned for our eighth graders, but it is important to remember that such activities are considered privileges, that can be taken away should your student not meet the campus expectations.
As stated in our parent newsletter, effective Monday, March 18, 2024 through the end of the school year, any student with the following consequences/infractions are ineligible to participate in 8th Grade Spirit Week:
· Placement at the DAEP during the above window
· (1) Out of School Suspension
· (2) In School Suspensions
· (5+) Unexcused Absences
· (6+) Tardies
· Any unpaid fees owed to FBISD/CMMS due to lost equipment, books, or ID fees
Please note that no refunds will be issued should your child become ineligible to participate in the 8th grade activities due to one of the infractions above. Please be sure to speak with your student and review both your personal and school expectations with them.
We are super excited to honor our eighth-grade students and are looking forward to celebrating their middle school accomplishments. Should you have any questions or would like to donate to 8th Grade Spirit Week, please email Mrs. Rios at Ana.RiosAlvarado@fortbendisd.com.
Middle School Final Exam Week
All FBISD middle schools will follow the modified final exam schedule beginning Monday May 20th. Monday May 20th and Tuesday May 21st will be regular full day schedules with a release time of 4:10 PM. On Wednesday May 22nd and Thursday May 23rd we will follow early dismissal schedules with a release time of 1:25 PM. Please speak with your students about their mode of transportation on these days if any changes are needed. No food delivers will continue on these modified days.
No Backpacks
Students will not be able to bring backpacks on campus the last two weeks of school. Beginning Monday May 13th no backpacks will be allowed at CMMS.
Summer School 2024
FBISD Summer School 2024 will take place at Missouri City Middle School. The program will offer one June session only. Two courses can be taken during the session. Students who need to repeat two courses must successfully complete both courses in order to be promoted to the next grade level. A CMMS campus counselor will contact you if your student will need to attend summer school. Please review Family Access Skyward to review the current grades of your student.
Return all School Laptops
All laptops are due at this time. If your student has not returned their school laptop it is now overdue. All laptops and chargers can be returned to the front office.
If your student does not return their laptop and/or charger, a fine/fee will be placed on their FBISD Skyward account.
- Laptop Fine = $800 - $1000 (dependent on type of laptop issued)
- Charger Fine = $50
Be an LPAC Parent Volunteer!
If you have a son or daughter who receives Emergent Bilingual services from any campus in Fort Bend ISD, please join our campus Language Proficiency Assessment Committee! Complete the form below to volunteer!
Si tiene un hijo o hija que recibe servicios bilingües emergentes de cualquier escuela en Fort Bend ISD, ¡únase a nuestro Comité de Evaluación de Competencia LingüÃstica de la escuela! ¡Complete este formulario para ser voluntario!
Tardy Sweeps & Detention Assignments
Parents, we need your support. (1) Please speak with your student about getting to class on time, and the consequences for not doing so; (2) If your student is assigned a detention, we need them present (you will receive a call and email telling you date assigned); (3) If for some reason your student cannot attend their scheduled detention, please call their grade-level administrator, and we will issue them a different date in the same week.
Thank you for supporting us as we ensure our Hawks are maximizing their instructional time.
Hey Hawks... Remember... No Cell Phones / Earbuds from 8:25am - 4:10pm
Support Our Hawks
- Monday May 6 @ CMMS: Kickstart Belt Ceremony - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday, May 7 @ WHS: Choir Concert - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday May 8 @ CMMS: Athletic Banquet - 5:15 PM
- Thursday May 9 @ CMMS: Band & Theater Program - 6 PM
- Monday May 13 @ WHS: Orchestra Concert - 6 PM
- May 13-17: Boys and Girls Soccer Final Playoff/Championship Games - Location and Time TBD
IMPORTANT: Texas Vaping Law
On September 1, 2023, House Bill 114 (HB 114), went into effect to address the serious issue of vaping/e-cigarette use among students. Under this law, any student found in possession of any kind of vaping/e-cigarette device on a campus or at a school-related activity including bus transportation, will face disciplinary consequences including a placement in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP)*.
FBISD assures you that the district is committed to providing a supportive climate and safe learning environment that promotes students in accepting responsibility for their learning and behavior.
To be proactive, here are the ways your student might be impacted by the new law:
- If your student possesses an e-cigarette (even if it contains nothing) or any component, part or accessory for any vaping device while on school grounds or at a school-related event, they will be recommended for a mandatory placement in DAEP.
- When receiving disciplinary consequences for this offense, your student is not able to participate in any school activities. Furthermore, they may face removal from specific student clubs or organizations as stipulated by each organization's rules and regulations.
- Students with offenses that qualify for DAEP placement are not eligible for final exam exemptions for that school year.
Please speak with your student about the dangers of vaping and the new law. If your student is struggling with substance abuse, including vaping addiction or peer pressure to engage in these activities, FBISD counseling services are available to provide supports and resources to address such challenges.
As partners, FBISD and parents can work together to ensure student success. Thank you for your cooperation and support. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your student's grade level administrator.
* Based on DAEP program capacity, students may be placed in a campus-based discipline program.
The Lending Library - Parent Agreement Forms
Skyward Instructions for Digital Parent Form
Lending Library Parent Form (English)
Lending Library Parent Form (Spanish)
Dad's We Need Your Help!
If you or a male within our community is interested in becoming a part of Dad on Duty, please follow the steps below:
- Complete the FBISD Volunteer Application (Click Here)
- Once HR completes your background check, they will send you an email stating you are clear to volunteer; forward this email to Mr. Blackshire at Terrence.Blackshire@fortbendisd.com
Once we have your clearance form, Mr. Blackshire will reach out to you to begin assisting us through Dad on Duty.
Tasks to Tackle...
Helpful Items You May Need
FBISD 2023-24 Instructional Calendar (English)
FBISD 2023-24 Instructional Calendar (Spanish)
FBISD Immunization Requirements (English)
FBISD Immunization Requirements (Spanish)
CMMS 2023-24 Administrative Team
Mr. Trevor Lemon
CMMS Principal
Mr. Timothy East
Mr. Brandon Woodard
Mrs. Ishaka Mack
CMMS 2023-24 Counseling Team
Ms. Twana Jones
Ms. Nancy Lake
Ms. Monica Doxey
Christa McAuliffe Middle School
Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/cmms
Location: 16650 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: (281) 634-3360
Twitter: @CMMS_Hawks