Notes from the Middle

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

Dear CMS Families,

It was great to be back at CMS after missing a few days last week to attend and present at the AMLE50 conference.

Visitor Check-In System - EntrySign

We are excited to introduce a new and improved visitor check-in system at CMS called EntrySign. This system is designed to enhance the safety and security of our school environment by streamlining the visitor registration process.

The key features of this new system include an efficient check-in/out process, photo identification of all visitors, visitor badges, and automated record keeping.

How to Use EntrySign:

1. When you arrive at CMS, a secretary will "buzz" you into the security vestibule.
2. Within the vestibule is the EntrySign system. DRIVER LICENSE/STATE ID REQUIRED
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to input your information.
4. Have your photo taken for identification purposes.
5. Receive and wear the printed visitor badge.
6. Save your badge for an efficient and quick checkout process

We appreciate your cooperation in using the EntrySign system during your visits to our school. The safety and security of our students and staff are of the utmost importance, and this system helps us maintain a secure learning environment.

BIG test for the Browns this weekend. The students enjoy the extended recess after a Browns VICTORY!

Mr. Tomco

THANK YOU to Logan Bryant for taking time out of his school day to visit CMS and surprise his biggest fan during World Cultures. Mrs. Fisher arranged the visit after learning they shared the same football positions. A great example of Mr. Murray's COMMUNITY core value being displayed by Logan.

Builders Club is holding a food drive the week of November 13th-17th for The Geauga Hunger Task Force. Non perishable food items such as canned vegetables and boxes of pasta will be collected in advisory classes. The advisory class from each grade that collects the most food items will play first in Turkey Ball. If you have any questions please contact Amanda Weaver (amanda.weaver@chardonschools.org).

Thank you to those that were able to attend the Chicago parent meeting this past Wednesday! We understand that it was an exceptionally busy week, so for those that missed it, we are attaching information to this email.

Chicago Trip Presentation: This is the information that we covered at the meeting on Wednesday. It has the info divided into slides with headings that we hope are easy to read.

Registration Form: By completing the registration form, you are letting us know that you would like the initial $300 deposit for the trip added to your child's Infinite Campus fees. You must register by November 22, with the first deposit due December 1.

Chicago FAQs: We have created this document that has frequently asked questions about the trip. We've cultivated this over the past couple of years, so we hope it answers your questions. If you have any additional questions or concerns, or think something should be added to our FAQ document, please let us know!

Scholarships: If you would like more information on qualifying for a scholarship for the trip, please contact Mr. Adam Tomco (CMS Principal) at adam.tomco@chardonschools.org by November 15.

Contact/Questions: Please direct all questions about the trip to Mrs. Nicole Diehm (computer/technology teacher at CMS). nicole.diehm@chardonschools.org

Please take a moment to review the details, and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification.

To support community understanding of how changes in property values impact property taxes and school district revenue, please review the Chardon Schools Facts Sheet, which includes FAQs, a Screencast and Slideshow. Follow-up questions can be directed to Treasurer/CFO Deb Armbruster at 440.285.4052.

The 6th-grade students are currently engaged in a unit focused on the novel A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. The novel is based on a true story and details the struggle of those living in South Sudan as they work to obtain clean water for their livelihood. As we culminate this unit, we are going to host a “Water Day” at school on Tuesday, November 21st.

In preparation for this day, we will host a “Water Week” full of fundraising events as we will be collecting money to donate to Drink Local Drink Tap, a Cleveland-based organization whose mission is to improve water equity. Our fundraising goal this year is $2500. There will be two fundraising events to achieve this goal that will run from November 8th to November 20th.

If you do not have a 6th-grade student but are still interested in donating, we would greatly appreciate your support! Any donations can be brought to the main office or to Mrs. Holub in room 216.

As the weather turns colder, please encourage your child(ren) to dress accordingly. Across the district, we go outside for recess whenever it’s not raining and the real feel is above 20 degrees. Thanks to the generosity of PTO, CMS does have sleds available for when there is snow on the ground. Students in grades 4 and 5 MUST have snow pants on in order to use the sleds. All students are encouraged to have LABELED boots, hats, and gloves every day. Students are permitted to leave boots on the floor at their lockers, and snow gear should be in a shopping bag that can hang from the locks by their lockers.

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

PTO is looking for volunteers to help out with some upcoming 4th Grade activities on 11/15 and 11/17-- sign up here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A4AA22A7F49-45851255-4thgrade

PTO is looking for a few more vendors to participate in our Holiday Shop on Wed. 12/20 during the school day. Items should be generally homemade crafts or treats and sell for $5 or less. For more information please contact Joyce Foley at foleyfive831@gmail.com or chardonmiddlepto@gmail.com

Save the dates:

Monday, November 20th-- CMS Skate Party at City Skate in Painesville

Wednesday, December 20th-- CMS Holiday Shop- during the school day

Saturday, February 24th-- Give Back to the Red and Black- our biggest fundraiser of the year and it's going to be amazing! Early bird tickets go on sale soon.

Chardon Night with the Cavs -- Fri. January 5th.

CMS PTO is selling tickets for the Friday, January 5th game against the Washington Wizards! CHS choir is performing the national anthem that evening! Take advantage of this easy Christmas present! Tickets are selling fast for this game-- don't wait!

https://cavaliers.group/CMS

Tickets make great gifts! Order now and your tickets will be here before the holidays. Chardon Goes to the Musicals is excited to announce ticket sales for Mrs. Doubtfire and Funny Girl. Money is due to Crescendo Club via Elizabeth Fullerman by Tuesday, November 28. Cleveland's own Playhouse Square is the second-largest theater district outside of Broadway. Over the years, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold hundreds of tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices.

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!

Link to enter: https://bit.ly/leadthepledge23

November 15: 6th, 7th Choir Concert @ Park Auditorium

November 16: 6th, 7th, Jazz Band Concert @ CMS

November 17: 4th Grade Heart Day

November 21: Turkey Ball!!!

November 22-24: No School ~ Happy Thanksgiving

November 30: 7th Grade trip to see A Christmas Carol