Family Weekly Update

It has been a wonderful week of learning and growth here at school. Our students have been working diligently, and I've been so impressed with their enthusiasm and progress. We've accomplished so much together, and I'm incredibly proud of all their hard work.

As we head into the second half of the school year, I'm excited to continue this momentum and embark on a new week filled with opportunities for learning and achievement. We have many goals we are working towards, and I am confident that by working together, we will see great success. I look forward to partnering with you in supporting your children's continued growth and development.

Gavin Softic (he, him)
Principal
Collins Middle School

No School: February 17th - 21st

Committed to its core value of centering belonging, Salem Public Schools, partnering with the Welcome Immigrant Network, will host a Know Your Rights and Family Preparedness webinar Friday, Jan. 31 from 6-7 p.m.

The Salem Human Rights Coalition in partnership with the North Shore Juneteenth Association are inviting Salem Public Schools educators to attend the Kickoff the Black History month. Students are invited to be speakers at the upcoming opportunity which takes place on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at Old Town Hall 32 Derby Square, Salem. Any students who wish to participate is encouraged to reach out to Laura Assade at lassade@salemk12.org or 781-771-7148 if they are interested. They will be given up to 5 minutes to talk about what Black History means to them and the importance of Black History.

Get ready to dance! Colin's Middle School is hosting two upcoming dances:

• 6th & 7th Grade Dance: February 11th, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
• 8th Grade Dance: February 14th, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Students are encouraged to wear white, pink, or red. Concessions will be available for $2 per item. Tickets will be sold the week before each dance for $20.

ELA:

• 6th Grade - April 2nd and 3rd
• 7th Grade - April 8th and 9th
• 8th Grade - April 10th and 11th

Science:

• 8th Grade - May 6th and 7th

Math:

• 6th Grade - May 8th and 9th
• 7th Grade - May 12th and 13th
• 8th Grade - May 15th and 16th

Civics

• 8th Grade - May 27th and 28th - Performance Task
• 8th Grade - June 3rd - End of Unit Assessment

With cold and flu season in full swing we have had an increase in nursing visits. We are also seeing an increase in students being sent to school and told to see the nurse if they don't feel well when they get to school. We are asking families to please keep students home if they don't feel well. We are working hard to minimize the exposure to communicable illnesses. We also would like families to know students are not able to walk home if they are sick from our office. An adult must dismiss them in person.

Please review our sick day guidelines

Students should not attend school if:

• Temperature of 100 F or higher: may return after having a normal temperature for 24 hours without taking fever-reducing medication.
• Vomiting; may return 12 hours after symptoms resolve & can tolerate a new diet. During this uptick in illnesses we do suggest 24 hours.
• Diarrhea; may return 12 hours after symptoms resolve & can tolerate a new diet. During this uptick in illnesses we do suggest 24 hours.
• Any undiagnosed rashes
• If antibiotics are prescribed; may return after taking antibiotics for minimum of 24 hrs (unless it is for ear infections as these are not transmissible)

If you have to keep your child home or want advice on whether you can send your child to school please call us directly 978-740-1194. We will adjust the student's attendance as needed.

Nurse McKenzie & Nurse Drea

Drivers who attempt to quickly get around the bus can and have caused serious bodily injury, and even death. Young children between the ages of 4 and 7 are at the greatest risk, according to the Massachusetts Department of Health and Human Services.

While you may not be able to see a child running across the street, the stopped bus with flashing lights is an indicator that children are present and have not safely made it on or off of the vehicle. Bus drivers will turn off the lights when they see that the children have reached safety, and that’s why it is critical that drivers on the road follow these cues. Drivers who fail to do so are breaking the law.

Do your part to keep Massachusetts school children safe by obeying the school bus zone law.

Ms Tep's Site

Art Website: Please check out student work captured on the website set up by Ms. Tep below featuring student work! CMS Student Work Art Website

• Monday

  • 2/3 - Girls Game - Away - Winthrop - 3:45
  • 2/3 - Boys Game - Away - Winthrop - 4:45

  Tuesday

  • 2/4 - Girls Game - Home - Marshall - 3:45
  • 2/4 - Boys Game - Home - Marshall - 4:45
  • 2/4 - Cheerleading -Home - Marshall - 3:30 - 6:00

  Wednesday

  • 2/5 Boys Practice - 3:25 - 4:30

  Thursday

  • 2/6 - Intramural Basketball Game
  • Ohio State - Versus - Michigan State - 3:25 - 4:30
  • Cheerleading Practice - 3:25 - 4:30 (Little Theater)

  Friday

  • 2/7 - Intramural Basketball Game
  • Army - Versus - Alabama - 3:25 - 4:30

  Saturday

  
  

  • NO INTRAMURAL GAMES

Come and Support CMS!

Meetings:

• Feb 25th 630pm
• March 18th 630pm
• April 15th 630pm
• May 20th 630pm
• June 17th 630pm

The goal of this document is to support families, staff, and students in outlining clear and consistent expectations for the Collins Middle School.

We recognize that clarity is necessary in setting a strong foundation for the positive school culture and climate at Collins Middle School. Collins Middle School is committed to providing an equitable environment for all students, and to ensuring that all students are able to access their right to a free appropriate public education. For this reason, it is vital that students and families understand the rights and responsibilities of a student of Collins Middle School. For a full overview of the areas addressed below, please refer to the Collins Middle School Handbook, which is in adherence to the Salem Public Schools Code of Conduct.

This document provides an overview of our expectations and provides details on our response to infractions in the event that situations arise over the course of the school year.

CMS School-Based Rules and Agreements

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