Weekly Trailblazer Update
Parent Newsletter for the week of September 30, 2024
Welcome to the Week of 9/30/2024
Good afternoon CFMS Families and Staff,
I know that Clearwater Fundamental is a strong and supportive community school. In the wake of the challenges we've faced due to Hurricane Helene, families and staff members have been impacted, with homes and businesses damaged or destroyed.
We know that even though we try, we can’t shield our children from every hardship. But we can teach them resilience and recovery. Together, we take a deep breath, clean up, and find our way forward. Let’s remember to be kind to one another and lend a helping hand in this journey.
Please reach out if you are in need of help or are able to help. We have several staff members and families that have lost everything. Once we find out what the needs are, we will let you know next steps. Our hearts go out to all those in our county that were affected. Together, we are stronger!
With the storm and hurricane days, we have had to make adjustments to the schedule this week. Here are the rotation days:
Monday – September 30 – B Day
Tuesday – October 1 – A Day
Wednesday – October 2 – B Day
Thursday – October 3 – A Day
Friday – October 4 – B Day
I hope you are all well, safe, and as always parents, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the front office or myself at Krausee@pcsb.org
Eric Krause, principal
Fortify Florida
Fundamental Handbook Planner Information
Pinellas County Schools Code of Student Conduct 2024-2025
For more information on school district policies.
Media Center Survey
Please take a moment to complete the following annual stakeholder survey as we strive to make our Media Center the very best! This survey is designed to gather input and recommendations for our Media Center. The survey will expire on Friday, October 4th.
All Students - Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Testing
News You Can Use
- Our school day schedules are shifting. Here is the new A day and B day rotation:
- A Day - 7, 2, 3, 1
- B Day - 7, 5, 6, 4
- Donuts with Dad on Wednesday: RSVP Here: https://www.cfmspta.org/dwd
- Please log into FOCUS and ensure your forms are filled out
Please work with your student to ensure they are on campus and in class on time. After all, Together is How We Grow!
PTA Fall Fundraiser Information!!!
School Picture Day Information
Take Stock in Children Information
Shout-out or Kudos to a CFMS Staff Member!
CLICK ON LINK BELOW:
Shout out to Ms. Rettman:
She is the best teacher ever! I have her homeroom and she helps me so much with everything I need help with. Her teaching is very understanding so I know what to do.
Shout out to Ms. Duncan:
Thank you, Ms. Duncan for showing my girls how music feeds a soul. They have grown so much because of you!
CFMS ELP Schedule 2024 - 2025
Free PSTA Rides for PCSB Students
Pinellas County Schools students and staff can now enjoy free bus service through PSTA. The opportunity is provided by an agreement between the school district and the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA).
Students and staff can ride for free, any time, on all routes, including trolleys. They just need to show their school or employee ID to the PSTA driver.
Take advantage of this terrific opportunity and RIDE FREE with PCS and PSTA. For bus routes and schedules, visit www.psta.net
Important Reminders
Back to School Forms
Focus has recently been updated to provide more options. Parents can create Parent Portal accounts, reset passwords and link their children to their accounts electronically. Learn more about Focus updates at www.pcsb.org/focusinfo. Please log in soon and complete these forms for each of your students that attend Pinellas County Schools. This is necessary for your child to start on the first day of school.
If you have questions, please call the school at 727-298-1609.
Use your parent ID and password to log into Focus at focus.pcsb.org and complete your Back-to-School Forms packet. Forms can also be accessed at www.pcsb.org/backtoschoolforms.
Electronic forms include:
- Parent Acknowledgement of Student Code of Conduct
- Media Release
- Directory Information Opt-Out Letter
- Network/Internet Acceptable Use Agreement
- Technology Equipment Acceptance and Responsibility
- Residency Questionnaire
- School-Based Healthcare Services
- Student Clinic Card
See the Focus Forms Tip Sheet (pdf)
You can sign up for a self-service program where you can reset your password yourself. Learn more at www.pcsb.org/passwords.
Still have questions? Watch our Focus Forms Intro Video.
Breakfast is Free for ALL Students - 7:45 - 8:15
September Breakfast Menu
September Lunch Menu
The Trailblazer Way On Display! 🏇🏇🏇
CFMS Congratulations!!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024-2025 NJHS INDUCTEES
These students received their acceptance letters for the prestigious Trailblazer National Junior Honor Society this week. Congratulations on your acceptance and thank you for ALL of the hard work along the way towards academic excellence!
In Closing
That's it for now! Have a great rest of your weekend and a wonderful week!
Feel free to stop by or call anytime at 727-298-1609. Your input is truly valued and I appreciate your support!
Read a great book with your child and have a safe and GREAT Trailblazer Day!
Eric Krause, principal
727-298-1609
Front Office Hours and Assistance
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 3:30pm
Eric Krause - Principal
Mary Reynolds - Assistant Principal
Shannon Arnao- Secretary
Tara Casey - Bookkeeper
Kathleen Moore - Registration / Data Management Technician
Heather Story Vann - Family Liaison / Volunteer Coordinator
Tracy Bui - Front Office Clerk
Kelly Franck - Front Office Clerk
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School
Email: krausee@pcsb.org
Website: https://www.pcsb.org/clearwaterfund-ms
Location: 1660 Palmetto St., Clearwater, FL, 33755
Phone: 727-298-1609
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFundamentalMS
The Vision of Clearwater Fundamental is 100% Student Success
The Mission of the Clearwater Fundamental community is to promote the highest student achievement through cooperative efforts and a challenging curriculum for our students to be college and career ready.