CCS Update

Calvert Country bid a bittersweet goodbye to Mr. Glenn Casciero, Job Developer for CCPS. Mr. Casciero is taking his knowledge and expertise to a neighboring county. He will be missed but we are happy for him that he has this new opportunity. Mr. Casciero has been instrumental in connecting CCPS to community businesses and forming solid partnerships to create work opportunities for our students. He has supported students throughout CCPS to work toward their long-term goals. We have been very fortunate that although Mr. Casciero worked throughout the county, his home-base was CCS which allowed his participation in various school projects and activities. He has had a positive impact on so many. It was inspiring that many individual students approached him to thank him during a small ceremony this morning.

Friday, 11/8: Report Cards available in HAC; progress reports sent home

Monday, 11/11: Schools closed for students (Veterans Day)

Friday, 11/15: Diabetes Walk--wear blue 🟦

Saturday, 11/16: HOLIDAY BAZAAR🎁

Monday, 11/18: American Education Week begins

Tuesday, 11/26: Epilepsy Walk--wear purple 🟪

Wednesday, 11/27-Friday, 11/29: Schools closed for Thanksgiving holiday

Wednesday, 12/11: 2 hour late arrival for students

Monday, 12/23: Schools closed for Winter Recess until Thursday, 1/2/25

November 11-15 is School Psychologist week. We celebrate the contributions of School Psychologists and the important role they play in our schools and communities. We recognize our School Psychologist, Ms. Erica Ferges, for the support and interventions she provides to our students and for her work to help children thrive in school, at home, and in life. Thank you Ms. Ferges for working with students, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments!

Next Friday is Substitute Educators Day! We truly have the best substitutes at CCS. Your contribution to our school is immeasurable! We appreciate YOU and all that you do for CCS.

Ms. Blake, Ms. Bostic, Ms. Butler,

Ms. Hawkins, Mr. Jett, Mr. Jones,

Ms. Mackall, Ms. Magruder, Ms. Smith, Ms. Presley

Join us at our annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 16th! Doors open at 9am. There will be lots of items for sale--we currently have 12 vendor tables! Come out for a day of fun, food, and crafts. Let us help you get into the holiday spirit!

To bring awareness about different health issues and to connect with our community, we are initiating a walking club. In November, we will walk for Diabetes and then Epilepsy. Below are the dates of the walks and the colors to wear to bring awareness to those health issues. On 11/15, we walk in memory of Mr. Jeff Mackall. On 11/26, we walk in memory of Mrs. Nicole Enfield. Please consider donating $1 for each walk. The money will go to the American Diabetes Association and The Epilepsy Foundation.

Diabetes Awareness "Blue" Day Walk on Friday, Nov 15th

Epilepsy Awareness "Purple" Day Walk on Tuesday, Nov 26th

For more information on diabetes, you may use this link:

National Diabetes Month 2024 - NIDDK

For more information about epilepsy, we encourage you to visit this link:

What Is Epilepsy? | Epilepsy Foundation

Each day in October, students were challenged to determine if a statement, that was read during the morning announcements, was fact or fiction. Evan completed ALL of the challenges for the month. He won a $5 gift card and a Prime drink. Way to go Evan!

Test your knowledge of fact or fiction (answers at bottom of newsletter).

1. 80% of a pumpkin is water.
2. Vampire bats have fewer teeth than other bats.
3. Florida grows more pumpkins than any other state.
4. There are no words that rhyme with orange.
5. All spiders are venomous.

Thanks to all who participated in recent fundraisers. Between the Boo Grams, Three Brothers night, and Double Good Popcorn sales, we earned $375 for the activity fund. We will use this money for student activities and positive behavioral incentives.

Answers: 1. Fiction (90% of a pumpkin is water); 2. Fact (they don't need to chew); 3. Fiction (Illinois does!); 4. Fact, 5. Fact