Cinnaminson Middle School

This week and Next:

• Tuesday, June 3: CMS Career Day
• Tuesday, June 3: CMS Choral Concert, 6:30PM @ CMS Cafetorium
• Wednesday, June 4: Cinnamentors Trip to Rush School 5th Grade
• Friday, June 6: 8th grade Beach Blast Dance 6:30 - 8:30 PM @ CMS

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

• Monday, June 9: 8th Grade Six Flags Field Trip
• Tuesday, June 10: No School For Students, Teacher In-Service Day
• Thursday, June 12: Algebra/Geometry Final Exam (periods 1-3)
• Thursday, June 12: CMS Cabaret, 6:30PM @ CMS Cafetorium
• Friday, June 13: Student Recognition Celebration
• Monday to Wednesday, June 16-18: Single Session Days
• Monday & Tuesday, June 16-17: 8th Grade Promotion Rehearsal
• Tuesday, June 17: 8th Grade Promotion, 6:30PM @ CHS Stadium
• Wednesday, June 18: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
• Friday, June 27: 4th Marking Period Report Cards Posted on Genesis Portal

At Cinnaminson Middle School, our character focus for the month is Empathy—the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. We’re encouraging students to look beyond their own perspectives, listen actively, and show kindness in their daily interactions. Through classroom discussions, activities, and schoolwide moments of reflection, students are learning that empathy builds stronger friendships, reduces conflict, and helps create a more supportive school community. We invite families to continue these conversations at home and celebrate the many ways our students show care and compassion each day.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to share that our district and school websites will be transitioning to a new platform effective this week: ParentSquare. This move is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance communication, accessibility, and engagement between our schools and families.

Why ParentSquare?
ParentSquare provides a unified platform where families can receive school updates, view calendars, communicate with staff, and access essential resources—all in one place. This transition will help streamline how information is shared and ensure it reaches you quickly and efficiently.

What to Expect:

• Our current district and school websites are now redirecting to our new ParentSquare.

• You will still be able to access all important announcements, documents, and contact information.

• Training materials and tutorials will be provided to help you get familiar with the new layout and features.

We are confident that this change will improve your experience and make it easier to stay connected with your child’s school. Thank you for your continued support as we work to enhance our communication tools.

If you have any questions or need assistance during this transition, please do not hesitate to contact your school office.

As the weather becomes warmer, we have a few reminders for student dress:

• Students' apparel should not be sheer, brief, low-cut or revealing above or below the waist. Extremely short shorts and midriff shirts are not permitted. As a general rule, shorts, skirts, etc. should reach the tip of the extended fingers when the arms are hanging normally at one’s side.
• Shirt straps must be at least two finger-widths wide.
• Students must wear undergarments, but not as outer garments. Undergarments must not be visible.
• Students must not wear head coverings anywhere in the building (exceptions made for religious requirements). All head coverings are to be removed immediately upon entering the building, and must be kept in lockers for the duration of the school day.

If a student arrives at school in unacceptable apparel, a phone call will be made home and they will be offered alternative clothes from the nurse's office. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

As we near the end of the school year, we’re asking students to return any library books that are no longer needed for classwork. Returning books on time helps ensure that all students have access to our library’s resources.

For Parents of 8th Grade Students:
Please note that any unreturned or lost library books must be returned or paid for before students move on to high school. Outstanding book notices will follow students to CHS if not resolved.

Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a well-stocked and accessible school library!

Please read over the following letter from Nurse Black regarding medication that is stored in the nurse's office, as well as Treatment Plans that will be needed each year.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the weather warms up and families spend more time outdoors, it’s important to be aware of ticks and how to prevent tick bites. Ticks can carry diseases like Lyme disease, but with a few simple steps, you can keep your children and family safe.

🕷 What Are Ticks and Where Are They Found?

Ticks are tiny parasites found in tall grass, brush, and wooded areas—even in your own yard. They do not jump or fly, but cling to people or pets who brush past vegetation, then attach to the skin to feed on blood.

In our region, the Black-legged (deer) tick, American dog tick, and Lone Star tick are common—and can spread diseases like Lyme disease.

New Jersey ranks 5th in the U.S. for Lyme disease, with nearly half of state cases occurring in June and July. This is a critical time to take precautions.

✅ How to Protect Your Family

Avoid Tick Habitats:

• Stick to clear paths and trails
  
  

• Avoid sitting on the ground or in dense vegetation
  
  

• Keep your yard mowed and brush-free
  

Dress Smart:

• Wear light-colored clothing to easily spot ticks
  
  

• Tuck pants into socks and shirts into pants
  
  

• Wear long sleeves and pants outdoors
  

Use Tick Repellent:

• Use EPA-approved repellents like DEET or picaridin on exposed skin
  
  

• If also using sunscreen, apply sunscreen first, then repellent
  
  

• Apply permethrin to clothing, shoes, and outdoor gear—never on skin
  
  

• Parents should apply repellents to children, avoiding hands, eyes, and mouth
  
  

• Natural options (e.g., essential oils) may help—check for skin sensitivity before use
  
  

Protect Your Pets:

• Use vet-prescribed tick treatments regularly
  
  

• Check pets for ticks after outdoor time
  
  

• Avoid letting pets sleep in beds or on furniture
  
  

Shower Promptly:

• Showering within 2 hours of being outdoors helps wash away ticks
  
  

• It also increases chances of spotting attached ticks early
  
  

🔍 Perform Daily Tick Checks

After time outside—even in your own yard—check yourself and your child carefully:

• Use a mirror for hard-to-see areas
  
  

• Focus on:
  
  

• Hairline, scalp, neck, and behind ears
  
  

• Armpits, waistband, groin, and behind knees
  
  

• Between fingers and toes
  
  

Tip: Ticks can be as small as a poppy seed and may look like freckles or specks of dirt!

🏥 What to Do If Bitten by a Tick

• Remove the tick immediately with fine-tipped tweezers
  
  

• Grasp it as close to the skin as possible and pull straight upward
  
  

• Do not twist, squeeze, or apply substances (e.g., Vaseline or heat)
  
  

• Wash the bite area and your hands with soap and water
  
  

• You can save the tick in rubbing alcohol in a sealed container for identification
  
  

• Watch for symptoms over the next few weeks:
  
  

• Rash (bull’s-eye or solid red)
  
  

• Fever
  
  

• Fatigue
  
  

• Muscle/joint pain
  
  

• Rashes don’t always appear at the bite site—check the whole body
  
  

• If symptoms appear, contact your doctor and mention the tick bite
  
  

🌐 Learn More

• CDC Lyme Disease Fact Sheet for Parents – English
  
  

• CDC Lyme Disease – Spanish
  
  

• CDC Lyme Prevention – Brazilian Portuguese
  
  

• NJ Department of Health Lyme Disease FAQ – 2024
  
  

Thank you for helping us keep our school community safe and healthy. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the school nurse.

Warm regards,

Your School Nurse 🩺

Dear CMS Families,

We are excited to host a special 8th grade only dance to celebrate our students and all they accomplished this year! To help make this event a success, we're kindly asking families in grades 6-8 to consider donating food and other items.

Our Home and School Association created a SignUpGenius to make it easy to contribute. Please use this link to sign up.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The Cinnaminson Middle School Home & School Board is currently undergoing reorganization, and we’re looking for parents who are interested in volunteering their time to support our school community.

There are four open board positions available for the upcoming 2025/26 school year. If you have a student in 5th, 6th, or 7th grade and would like to get more involved, we encourage you to submit your interest using the link below:

https://forms.gle/6ykPQNMSBzzZdiT99

If you have any questions, please feel free to message me at elvip1835@gmail.com

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference at CMS!

For only $5 these cards will allow you a 10% discount for the rest of the 2025 season at the Cinnaminson and Moorestown locations!

Lunchtime - Payment Portal Information

The District encourages all families who may qualify for Free and Reduced lunch to complete the on-line application form as soon as possible and prior to October 10, 2024. Families that qualify for Free and Reduced lunch may qualify for future benefits from the State of New Jersey.

Free/Reduced Lunch Information

**Please note that the day off for students originally scheduled on June 3rd has been moved to June 10th, due to Gov. Murphy's change of Primary Election Day.