Principal P's Friday Message

CMS Mission

Camillus Middle School staff consistently builds strong, supportive relationships with students and families to foster a respectful and inclusive learning environment in order for all students to achieve their highest academic and social-emotional potential

CMS Vision

“Camillus Middle School continues to focus on improving the educational opportunities, academic performance, and social-emotional well-being of every student.”

Dear CMS Families,

This week at CMS has been filled with some exciting activities. Be sure to check out the photos capturing our students' learning experiences in clubs, classrooms, and enrichment during WIN time.

As we wrap up October, we're celebrating the conclusion of Ghost, the Scholastic Book Fair, and School Spirit Week! We’re also looking forward to our monthly celebration, where we’ll recognize our P2 Students of the Month and those who were "caught in the act" of being safe, respectful, responsible, and kind.

Thank you for your continued support in making CMS a wonderful place for our students to grow and succeed!

Better Together,

Ms. P

Phone: 315-672-3159

Email: jprzybylski@westgenesee.org

Instagram @Camillus_Middle

Camillus Middle School to Present James and the Giant Peach

Mark your calendars for this exciting upcoming musical at Camillus Middle School; James and the Giant Peach on November 7-8 at 7:00 p.m. and November 9 at 2:00 p.m. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the show, and tickets are $10 general admission.

Camillus Middle School presents a fantastical journey with Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, now reimagined as a vibrant musical that promises to enchant audiences of all ages! Featuring a delightfully tuneful score from the EGOT (EMMY, GRAMMY, OSCAR & TONY) award-winning duo Justin Pasek and Benj Paul (known for their work on Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and A Christmas Story the Musical), alongside a whimsically quirky book by Timothy Allen McDonald (who brought us Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka and The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley), this production has been hailed by critics as a "masterpeach!"

Click here to read the full article with the cast information.

CMS SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR

When: 10/28, 10/29 and 10/30 until the last lunch. Students can visit the fair during designated ELA times on Monday and Tuesday, WIN or after eating lunch with a PASS.

Where: The Book Fair is located in the school library.

Why: Students are encouraged to come and explore the variety of books. The PTO will have a free raffle for 10 copies of the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid book released 10/22/24. Posters are raffled off for free as well! Just visit the fair and enter the raffles for a chance to win!

Payment accepted: e Wallet, cash, checks made to CMS PTO for exact dollar amount at check out, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Want to set up an eWallet? Check out Principal P’s message on Parent Square for the link.

The PTO in collaboration with the CMS library staff brought the fair back last year and it was so exciting!!! The book fair provides students a motivation to read by offering them a selection of books to choose from to buy or make a list to obtain from school/local libraries. The focus is to get kids excited to read!!

Student Council Spirit Days

• Monday, 10/28: Hawaiian Day
• Tuesday, 10/29: Neon Day
• Wednesday, 10/30: WIN War Wednesday**
• Thursday, 10/31: Costumes
• Friday, 11/1: Cozy Day

**WIN WAR WEDNESDAY: Each homeroom picks a theme to dress up as (e.g Wildcat colors, jerseys, etc.), and the WIN class with the most participation wins!

Varsity Football Games

This is a reminder that WGIS and CMS students must be accompanied by an adult at all times while attending varsity football games. We appreciate your cooperation and support in ensuring this requirement is followed.

CMS Yearbooks

Order your CMS yearbook before Jan 31 for only $25. Retakes for pictures are November 6.

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Join the Camillus Middle School PTO

The CMS PTO continues to support our students, staff and our community. Events we have sponsored and are planning include:

• Back to School Picnic 8/27/24

• Student Dances

• Thanksgiving meals for CMS families

• 3v3 Basketball Tournament

• Scholarships for WGHS students

• Book Fair

• Scholarships to the Seabreeze Field Trip

• Staff Appreciation

• End of Year Celebration

100% of your membership goes back to the PTO to support these projects and more. We cannot fund these activities without your membership and support.

Please join online at https://camillus-middle-pto.cheddarup.com

Membership is only 10$. Anyone in the family and CMS staff can join.

Additional donations to support our students are always welcomed and greatly appreciated via Cheddar Up.

Follow us on Facebook: Camillus Middle School PTO

Contact us with questions: wgcmspto@westgenesee.org

October 28-30

Scholastic Book Fair

Students will visit during ELA classes and can ask to go during WIN and lunch.

• Be Safe:

• Walk in the hallways and when entering and exiting the building

• Practice safe use of technology

• Maintain personal space and boundaries

• Make sure adults know where you are

• Be Responsible:

• Take ownership and pride in your work.

• Be on time, prepared, organized, and productive.

• Attend school regularly

• Seek help if you need support.

• Be Respectful:

• Respect others’ belongings

• Follow school and classroom expectations

• Speak appropriately to peers and staff

• Be open-minded to individual differences

• Follow directions

• Take care of school property.

• Be Kind:

• Include everyone - no one gets left out

• Encourage and help others

• Treat others the way they want to be treated.

• Do a good deed

Each month students who are caught in the act of being safe, respectful, responsible and kind will receive a "Better Together Ticket". Students who turn their ticket into the main office will receive a pass to attend a monthly celebration during WIN time. Be the reason we are Better Together at CMS! Keep spreading positivity and leading by example! This month over 100 students were recognized and celebrated!

Clubs will meet after school on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between 2:15 and 2:45. Late buses are available after September 30. If you have questions about a specific club, please contact the club advisors. Contact information is provided here. I have attached a PDF below as well.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

October 29

🎮ESports (Room 8)

🏳️‍🌈SAGA/ Pride (Room 122)

October 31

🎮ESports (Room 8)

The West Genesee School District has a Special Education Parent Teacher Student Association (SEPTSA), designed to help parents advocate for special needs students and offers a forum for parents, teachers, and students to exchange information on many pressing issues in special education. Membership is open to any interested parent, teacher, or student. We offer regular meetings with speakers, workshops, and events. More information is available at https://www.westgenesee.org/district-services/parent-resources/septsa

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and we’re excited to take this opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.

At CMS, we value creating an environment where all students feel seen, respected, and supported.

We encourage families to talk with their children about Down syndrome and the power of inclusion, reinforcing the message that every person, no matter their differences, contributes to the richness of our community. You can learn more on the Special Olympics website.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us foster a welcoming and inclusive school culture!