Dear CSA Family and Friends,

I hope this message finds you well. I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your continued support and dedication to your child’s academic success. Your involvement in their education is truly invaluable and continues to strengthen our community.

Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that our school has received a four-star rating (out of five) on the Ohio State report card! This is a tremendous accomplishment and serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, faculty, and the unwavering support of our families. Together, we are making great strides in academic excellence, and we couldn’t be prouder of this achievement. Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s success!

A special thank you to all the fathers and father figures who attended last week’s annual “Fathers Walk ” event. It was inspiring to witness so many strong and powerful men come together to celebrate the importance of education. Your presence and commitment made the event truly special, and we are grateful for your involvement in your scholars’ journeys.

As we continue to support our scholars, I’d like to remind you of the importance of checking their grades regularly through the PowerHub Parent Portal. Staying informed about your child’s academic progress is key to ensuring their success. If any family has not yet received login access to the Parent Portal, please reach out to Mr. Franklin at ricardo.franklinsr@clevelandmetroschools.org or Mr. Hilt at kendall.hilt@clevelandmetroschools.org for assistance.

I also want to remind everyone that our main office closes daily at 2:30 PM for early pick-ups. If you need to pick up your scholar early, it must be done before this time. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in following this procedure.

Additionally, as we navigate our new cell phone-free environment, it’s important for everyone to adjust their communications between school and home. We ask that when calling the school, it be for reporting important matters related to your child, such as being tardy, absent, or needing to leave early. We’ve been receiving a high volume of non-urgent messages for students during class. Interrupting classes to deliver messages not only disrupts your scholar’s learning but also the learning environment of the entire class. Please help us maintain a focused academic setting by reserving phone calls for urgent matters only.

• Homecoming "The Black and Silver Ball" – Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 19, from 6 PM to 10 PM. Tickets will go on sale during the week of September 30 for $15 each. Please note that any students bringing dates from outside schools must receive approval from the school administration prior to the event.
• Afterschool Study Tables Starting Monday! We are excited to offer voluntary afterschool study tables beginning this Monday from 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM! This is a great opportunity for scholars to complete missing assignments, catch up on work, or simply have a quiet place to focus. If your scholar is interested in participating, please have them see a member of the administrative team for more details. Study Tables are not tutoring sessions. Please see below for the tutoring schedule.
  

As we move forward into this new week, I’d like to leave you with an inspiring quote: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela. Together, we can empower our students to achieve their full potential. Thank you once again for your unwavering support!

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

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CMSD School Year at a Glance Calendar

Yours in Education,

Ricardo Franklin Sr, Head of School

CSA is proud to announce the induction of four students into the National Honor Society of Dance Arts. Congratulations to Isis Price, Cass Dunn, Symone Duncan , and Sam Evans.

CSA's dance director Amanda Clark-Tanruther, has been selected to be a part of the Connected Arts Network as a part of a PLC supported by the US Department of Education. CAN is a collaboration between National Art Education Association (NAEA), the Educational Theater Association (EdTA), the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO), and the NYC Public Schools Arts Office. You can learn more about the organization by following this link: https://www.arteducators.org/community/connected-arts-networks-can. "I’m excited to add Dance to their map for the state of Ohio!" This academic year CSA dance department we be adding action research integrating SEL and DE&I lessons into the curriculum which will translate to them creating field guides and new resources including an update of the National Core Arts Standards in the 25-26 academic year. "I’m very excited to be on this team and to see how I can continue to update my practice and how it can impact the scholars here at CSA and beyond."

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).

CSA will administer the PSAT/NMSQT on October 22nd. All scholars testing should spend time, outside of school, preparing for the assessment. Below is a video providing a tutorial on ways in which students should prepare.

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.

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• Volleyball vs Collinwood (away) - 5:30 PM

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• CMSD Goes to College Fair at East Professional Center (click here to learn more)
  
• Gold vs Rhodes at Mastick Park, 2:30 PM
• Cross Country at Senate Championship. Edgewater Park. 2:30 PM
• Volleyball vs Max Hayes (Away). 3:15 PM

• NWEA Testing make up (all week)
• Golf vs John Marshall at Little Met 2:30 PM
  

• Football vs Rhodes at Bump Taylor (HOMECOMING GAME) 4:00 PM

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

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

Afterschool Study Tables Starting Monday! We are excited to offer voluntary afterschool study tables beginning this Monday from 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM! This is a great opportunity for scholars to complete missing assignments, catch up on work, or simply have a quiet place to focus. If your scholar is interested in participating, please have them see a member of the administrative team for more details. Study Tables are not tutoring sessions. Please see below for the tutoring schedule.

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)

• On track to graduate status: In October and February, the school counselor will meet with each senior individually to discuss their transcripts, check-sheets and graduation requirements, this includes competency and readiness (seals).
• Be sure to access the senior student newsletter (sent separately) for all the news an and updates.
• Senior dues can be paid any time before the due date February 7, 2025
• Caps & Gown Sizes, Correct Spelling of Student Names. All senior sizing information is due by Friday, October 11th. Click this link to submit your senior information

Every third Friday of each month CSA artist share with our school community, their talent. Band and Dance headlined this months arts Friday.

​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

• 2 - No School; Labor Day
• 11 - Open House
• 11 - Senior Parent Meeting
• 19 - Fathers Walk 7:30am - 8:30am

• 19 - Black & Silver Ball, CSA's Homecoming Dance - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• 30 - Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM (No School for Students)

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