Principal - Mr. Adam Tomco

Asst. Principal - Ms. Tracy Paroubek

School Nurse - Mrs. Jennifer Trittschuh

Secretary - Mrs. Diana Norris

Building Clerk - Mrs. Dana Shutty

Clerical Assistant - Mrs. Elaine Cressman

Library/Technology - Mrs. Nancy McFaul

ATTENDANCE LINE: 440-285-4062

Email: adam.tomco@chardonschools.org
Website: www.chardonschools.org
Location: 424 North Street, Chardon, OH, USA
Phone: 440-285-4057

We definitely embraced the wonderful rhythm of our first five-day school week!! The week started on a positive note after the BROWNS VICTORY earned students extra time during recess.

Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

This past Wednesday, Chardon High School hosted a State of the Schools luncheon for the Chardon Chamber of Commerce. Members were invited to attend a gallery walk of school programming to try and build school, community/business partnerships. I was VERY impressed with our students and their professional interactions throughout the luncheon.

Thomas Edison Award

For the second year in a row, CMS was awarded The Governor's Thomas Edison Awards for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research. I am very proud of ALL of our science teachers, the department chair Mr. Hilston, and our junior scientists for their participation in our annual science fair.

AHLI

Students in grades 5/6 can still fill out the application below or locate the "assignment" in their grade level Google Classroom if they are interested in AHLI.

With the weekend around the corner, we hope you and your family take the time to relax, recharge, and create memorable moments together.

-Mr. Tomco

We look forward to seeing you (one week from today) at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Group Instruction Room (LGIR) located on the first floor of Chardon Middle School on Thursday, September 21st.

The slides for the evening's presentation are linked below.

If you are unable to attend in person, the link to watch the presentation live is: https://boxcast.tv/view/title1---parent-information-meeting-obc7izznbc0ymgsnnujt

As the school year is well underway, I wanted to take a moment to remind you about our school's lost and NEEDS to be found area. It's a place where forgotten treasures often end up, waiting to be reclaimed by their rightful owners.

We understand that in the hustle and bustle of the school day, primarily RECESS, it's easy for items to be misplaced or accidentally left behind. That's why we encourage you to remind your child to check our lost and found area regularly.

Lost and Found is located in the CAFETERIA and it's currently overflowing with various items such as clothing, lunchboxes, water bottles, SHOES, and more. Items that are not claimed will be donated to a local charity.

Throughout the first semester (beginning Monday, 9/18), all 4th-grade students will have the opportunity to have a "mini" lunch bunch with Mrs. Stuart. This will consist of two lunch sessions with a small group of students from each advisory class. They will meet with Mrs. Stuart for fun "get to know you" activities in a small group setting. This is optional and will take place during lunch only! Please let Mrs. Stuart know if you do not want your student to participate.

Student Leadership Opportunity! Would your K-12 student like to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at a Board of Education meeting? Student leaders gain practice at public speaking; meet the Superintendent and Board President; and earn a Portrait of a Hilltopper certificate. Enter our monthly contest today for a chance to win!

Link to enter: https://bit.ly/leadthepledge23

Chardon Local Schools partners with PublicSchoolWORKS to offer the Stay Safe. Speak UP! student safety and bullying prevention program. This 24/7, confidential reporting tool is available to students, parents, staff, and the community. Visit the link to learn about 3 easy ways to report and bookmark access to the tool.

Link to report an incident: https://bit.ly/chardonnewssssu

Chardon Schools are focusing on creating CLOSER, more CONNECTED, and INCLUSIVE classrooms. Start with Hello Week will include activities encouraging students to create a culture of connectedness while challenging them to reach out and include others.

Monday, September 18

H- is Hi’s and High 5’s to everyone you see!

Dress- My favorite things! Wear something to show us one of your favorite things,- your favorite sports team, hobby, activity, etc.

Student Challenge- Create your own personal “Hello” style and use it to greet others throughout the week. Ask someone what their favorite thing is.

Tuesday, September 19

E- is for Everyone Matters!

Dress- Light up Someone’s World! Wear bright colors to show everyone is seen and included.

Student Challenge- Start a conversation with someone you have never spoken to before or someone you haven't talked to in a long time.

Wednesday, September 20

L is Learn the Names of your Fellow Hilltoppers!

Dress- GO HILLTOPPERS! Wear Chardon colors or spirit gear to show we are all one team!

Student Challenge- Wear name tags and greet people by their name using your personal “hello”

Thursday, September 21

L is for Lead by Example- Be the KIND kid!

Dress- Hats off to kindness! Wear a hat to show we think with our head before speaking and BE KIND!

Classroom Challenge- Complete a Random Act of Kindness bingo card by the end of the school day.

Friday, September 22

O is for OWN IT!!

Dress- Mix it up! Wear mismatched outfits to show no one is alone.

Student Challenge- MIX IT UP AT RECESS! Play with someone you do not regularly play with. No one plays alone in Chardon.

MUM SALE

Click the banner below for more information. Sale Dates: 09/06-09/22. Pickup: Satudary, 09/30

This past weekend, Abram and his family ran one mile every hour for 24 hours to raise money for A Special Wish, Northeast Ohio Chapter. He stayed awake the entire time and gave high fives to the other runners until it was his turn to run again. Thanks to Abram's efforts, the event raised $563,000.

INFINITE CAMPUS-PARENT UPDATE

All households are asked to complete their annual update in Infinite Campus. This ensures that we have the most accurate information for your student and your household. Instructions on how to complete the update can be found by clicking HERE. This process must be completed on a desktop, laptop, or Chromebook. If you have not completed the update yet, please complete this weekend.

APPLICATION for EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

CMS provides title tutoring services for all eligible students regardless of income eligibility. Qualifying families may have school fees waived and access to scholarships for field trips. These services are provided by federal dollars based on the applications for educational benefits / free & reduced lunch forms that are complete

If your family qualifies for these benefits, PLEASE complete these forms for the benefit of the entire CMS community by clicking HERE. If you need a paper copy of the application please contact Mr. Tomco or Ms. Paroubek.

September 18: BOE Meeting

September 18-22: Start with Hello week. SPIRIT WEEK

September 21: 7th Grade BASEBALL DAY, Title 1 Parent Night, CMS LGIR @ 6:00 PM

September 29: Chardon Sings Workshop @ CMS

October 04: PTO Meeting

October 16: Professional Development Day, No School for Students