Notes from the Middle
May 03, 2024
Chardon Middle School
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
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear CMS Families,
I'm thrilled, and relieved to announce that we have successfully concluded the grade level state testing requirements for this year. YES!!!
I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to ALL our students for their outstanding effort and dedication throughout the past few weeks. Your hard work has not gone unnoticed, and I am truly impressed by your perseverance and commitment to success.
Now that the testing phase is behind us, I eagerly anticipate reviewing the data and celebrating our collective successes.
As we approach the final stretch of the school year, it's important to remember that SCHOOL IS NOT OVER yet. With the warmer weather and the excitement of summer looming ahead, it's understandable that our focus and ability to make good choices may shift. However, I want to emphasize that now is not the time to let our guard down.
We have several exciting end-of-year activities planned, and we want each and every student to be able to participate. However, their behavior and adherence to our school's rules and expectations will determine their eligibility for these events.
Mrs. Paroubek, all school staff and I will maintain the same level of respect, responsibility, and positive behavior that students have demonstrated throughout the year. Let's finish the school year strong, showing that we are CARING, MINDFUL and SOLUTION FOCUSED.
BOOK FAIR BOGO
The book fair will be open from May 7th - May 9th for students to visit and purchase books during the school day. A schedule has been created and your child's ELA teacher will share their assigned date. Payment methods are Cash, Credit Card and Checks made payable to Chardon Local Schools. You also have an option to set up an ewallet for your student at the following link:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/chardonmiddleschool
PLEASE NOTE: We are obligated to collect sales tax for all purchases made during the Fair, regardless of the shopper, product, or payment method. There is only one exception: no sales tax for purchases made by the school with school funds for the school's use.
ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND!
Mr. Tomco
5th, 6th, 7th Grade Band Concert
5th, 6th, 7th Grade Band Concert
7th Grade, Real Money Real World
SUMMER LUNCH
Did you know Claridon Community Helps offers a FREE summer lunch program for ALL Geauga County children through Grade 12? NO eligibility requirements. Registration is now open for Summer 2024! Learn More
G-TV CHARDON EVENTS PAGE
TREATS FOR A MUSICAL CAUSE
Visit Chardon Dairy Queen - 108 Wilson Mills Road - on Wed, May 8th, between 6:00p.m. and 9:30p.m. When placing your order, mention the Chardon Middle School Choir fundraiser, and DQ will donate 20% of your purchase dollars to CMS Choir. Fundraiser presented by Chardon DQ and Chardon Crescendo Club - the District's K-12 Music Boosters!
SUMMER CAMPS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Did you know Geauga Jobs & Family Services offers financial assistance for children to attend summer camps and enrichment programs? Applications are now being accepted for Summer 2024! Children of all ages whose families are low income are eligible to apply. This financial assistance program is funded solely through donations. Learn More
Title I Spring Parent Feedback Forum
If your child has received support services from our Title 1 tutors, please consider attending. Dr. Moran and the Title Staff will be available to discuss state and local literacy resources, provide ideas for literacy at home as well as breakout sessions on various topics.
7th/8th GRADE VOLLEYBALL
Tryouts for the upcoming volleyball season will be taking place on August 1 and 2. Times and locations are to be determined. Anyone interested in playing volleyball must attend both days of tryouts. They are mandatory!!! At the end of Day 2, selections will be taking place. Selections will be made between 2-3 different coaches that will be overlooking the tryout process for both teams. We will be looking at and scoring several volleyball drills. If your daughter is selected, practices will begin Saturday, August 3rd and then the following week. These are also mandatory.
Coach SIko
Link to informational sheet below.
5th GRADE MATURATION
OK, Inc. has been invited to be a part of your child’s class on May 9th and 10th. An OK, Inc. Instructor will meet with your child’s class for half of one instructional day to share OK, Inc.’s YOURFUTURE—ONTHELINE™ fifth grade relationship education program. The letter below explains more about the program and has a link to view the curriculum.
STAY SAFE. SPEAK UP!
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
CMS PTO INFORMATION
WALDAMEER TICKETS
PTO is once again offering discounted tickets for Waldameer School Day. This fantastic deal includes an ALL DAY COMBO PASS for just $36.00 per person, saving you $16.00 per ticket.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a fun-filled day at Waldameer with your family and friends. But act fast! Tickets must be ordered before May 17th to avail of this special offer.
To purchase your discounted tickets, simply click on the file below.
Teacher Appreciation Week-- Week of May 6 - 10
#LetEmKnow CMS Teachers are the Best in the LAND
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-49183818-letemknow#/
END OF YEAR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES BY GRADE LEVEL
As we approach the end of the school year, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for all the incredible support you've provided throughout the year. Your involvement has truly made a difference in supporting all the events and activities PTO has provided for the school community.
We invite you, ONE LAST TIME to join us and be a part of the fun end-of-year activities.
We've set up Sign Up Genius pages for each grade level, where you can view all the upcoming events and sign up for those you'd like to participate in. Whether it's helping out at a field day, contributing to a class party, or assisting with a special performance, there's something for everyone.
Please take a moment to visit the Sign Up Genius pages for your child's grade level and select the events you'd like to be a part of. Your involvement is greatly appreciated and helps make these events a success.
4th Grade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-49465508-4thgrade
5th Grade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-49465632-5thgrade
6th Grade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-49465807-6thgrade
7th Grade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-49465935-7thgrade
GBRB GAME DAY EXPERIENCE
Thank you to the Chardon varsity staff and players for creating a memorable experience for Stella!
Congratulations to the newly elected members of the CMS Hilltopper PTO Board for 2024-25.
President: Tiana Vancura
Co VP of Activities: Casey Paterniti & Chenette Hart
Co VP of Hospitality: Mari Zarack & Kate McGill
Secretary: Katie McCartney
Treasurer: Megan Ghobrial
Check out the latest community flyers shared with Chardon Schools. Camps, Classes, Contests, Clubs, Sports +More! CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW!
FISHING TRIP
The Geauga County Rotary Club, Chip Henry Institute, Geauga Park District and the ESCWR hosted students from Mrs. Lysyk's class for a day of fishing at Walter C. Best Wildlife Preserve/Geauga Park District on Friday.
This enriching experience taught students and staff many skills. At times, as we stared at motionless bobbers for what seemed like an eternity, we all learned the importance of patience. It was a lesson in dealing with failure, teaching them that sometimes success requires waiting and persistence.
And when that moment finally came, when they felt the tug on the line and reeled in their first catch, it was a moment of pure joy and triumph. They experienced firsthand the thrill of success and the sense of accomplishment that comes with it.
None of this would have been possible without the generous support and dedication of multiple organizations.
K-12 Monthly Pledge Contest
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! Use this link to signup: https://bit.ly/leadthepledge24
GRADE LEVEL END OF YEAR ACTIVITIES
May 3: Child Maturation and Erin's Law Video
May 14: Lake Farmpark Field Trip
May 15: JA in a Day
May 22: 4th Grade End of Year Celebration
May 23: Field Day
May 23: Kickball @ CMS
5th GRADE:
May 6: Mele, Monsman Aurand Rookery Field Trip, Erin's Law Video
May 7: Swick, Mysyk, Stewart Rookery Field Trip, Erin's Law Video
May 8: Madden, Francis, D'Angelo Rookery Field Trip, Erin's Law Video
May 9/10: OK Inc
May 15: JA in a Day
May 21: 5th Grade Party
May 22: Field Day
6th GRADE:
May 15: Erin's Law Video
May 22: Big Creek end of year PARTY.
May 23: Field Day
7th GRADE:
May 3: Real Money Real World Activity @ CMS, 7th Grade Dance
May 8: High School tours during Social Studies
May 14: JA in a Day
May 15-17: Overnight Chicago Trip or Cleveland Day Trips
May 22: Ice Cream on the Square (AM), Raffle Drawing, Field Day (PM)
May 23: AM, Student Breakfast, Clap Out @ 10:45 AM, Family can line the Alcan and support our students as they walk up to CHS!
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 7-9: Book Fair during the school day.
May 08: Choir Concert
May 13: Title I Spring Parent Forum @ 5:30, CMS
May 22: Chromebook Collection