March is here, and we're thrilled to share some exciting updates and celebrate the incredible efforts of our middle school students!

We've been incredibly impressed with the dedication and perseverance our students have demonstrated throughout Quarter 3. We see their hard work paying off, and we're so proud of the progress they're making. Thank you for your continued support at home, which plays a crucial role in their success.

Our recent PBIS Trenchball tournament was a huge success! We had a fantastic turnout with 26 teams participating, showcasing amazing teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit. It was wonderful to see so many students engaged and having fun. Congratulations to all the participants for making it such a memorable event!

Mark your calendars! Our much-anticipated CMMS MiniTHON is just around the corner, taking place on March 13th. This student-led event is a fantastic opportunity for our students to come together, have fun, and raise funds for the fight against childhood cancer. We're excited to see the enthusiasm and generosity our students will bring to this important cause. More information regarding schedules and ways to contribute will be coming home soon.

We are consistently amazed by the positive attitudes and hard work our students display every day. Thank you for all that you do to make CMMS such a wonderful learning environment.

March 13- MiniTHON

March 14 - No School

March 17 - In-Service Day AM-Senior Projects/Conferences PM - In-Service

March 18 - Act 80 Day

March 28 - 3 hr. Early Dismissal/In-Service (1/2 clerical)

All elementary schools within the district are Title I schoolwide schools and receive Title I federal funds to support the positions of Interventionist and Title I Associates. We determine how to use the funding to staff our buildings based on family input and our school data. If you are interested in becoming a part of our Title I team, please reach out to your building Interventionist or principal. Our Policy 917/918 meetings are a great place to start, because we always review our School Improvement plans and the most updated school data during those meetings.

At all school levels, we use Title IV federal funds to purchase incentives for PBIS (our positive school-wide behavior supports) rewards, and we emphasize the goal of following school rules in all schools.

Required documents for families:

Right to Request Qualifications of Teachers (see Annual Notices and Policy Review button above) - if you wish to request a paper copy, please contact jevey@kcsd.k12.pa.us .

Note: If your child is taught for four or more weeks by a teacher who is instructing in a content area for which they are not currently certified, the district must notify you. Four-week notification letters will be added here if that becomes necessary.

Non-Discrimination Statement (see Annual Notices and Policy Review button above) - if you wish to request a paper copy, please contact jevey@kcsd.k12.pa.us.

Title I District Parent Policy - Policy 918

Coaching Newsletter for Families - How We Teach Reading

Title I Complaint Procedure

Kids are natural scientists. What makes a rainbow? Why do bananas get brown? These activities help kids explore the big, wild world and think about what scientists do through processes like observation and conducting experiments. Don't worry - you don't have to be a scientist yourself to try them! Click to learn more!

If your family speaks a language other than English, the district has access to translators and interpreters that can accompany you in meetings with teachers and school members. If you would like to be connected with a translator or interpreter please reach out to your child’s teacher or the school guidance counselor. The accessibility features in the top right corner of this Smore allow you to translate this page.

We're so excited to have our schools filled with students and teachers where we can all grow and learn together!

There is so much awesomeness that can be achieved when we're present at school. If something is getting in the way of your student coming to school, please reach out to your student's teacher, school counselor, district social worker, or school nurse. We want to make sure that your student is receiving whatever supports necessary to help them be successful.

REMINDER: Excuses need to be turned in within 3 days of an absence. Use your school's attendance email to make sure that the excuse notes get turned in on time.

Wildcats on the Prowl: AttendanceMatters Now!

During middle school, students experience changes, such as transitioning into adolescence, balancing multiple classes/assignments, dealing with peer pressure, developing new friendships, caring about what others think/fitting in and/or personal situations. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) may contact one of our counselors with any questions or concerns they may have regarding their student's academic, career, behavior and/or socioemotional well-being.

A counselor is someone to talk to, who will listen without judgment. A school counselor can assist in short-term counseling and if needed arrange long-term counseling and the SAP (Student Assistance Program) and Tier II support. Counselors can teach students tools to improve and cope with different situations, especially because sometimes it's hard to figure out where to start. Students may be want to see a counselor for the following reasons:

• Want to share an experience/feelings
• Feel depressed and/or lonely
• Have thoughts of self-harm
• Feel stressed and/or anxious
• Feel angry and/or frustrated
• Want to improve grade(s)
• Talk about college/careers
• Relationship/peer issues/conflicts
• Personal issues (divorce/separation, loss of a loved one, etc.)

To learn more or to schedule a meeting, please contact your student's school counselor.

Dr. Billie Miller: Grade 5 School Counselor

Phone: 570-893-4900 x3086

Email: bmiller2@kcsd.us

Monica Graham: Grade 6 School Counselor

Phone: 570-893-4900 x2960

Email: mgraham@kcsd.us

Phil Williams: Grade 7 School Counselor

Phone: 570-893-4900 x2957

Email: pwilliams@kcsd.us

Karen Bossert: Grade 8 School Counselor

Phone: 570-893-4900 x2953

Email: kbossert@kcsd.us

Hillarie Reese: School Social Worker

Phone: 570-893-4900 x3000

Email: hreese@kcsd.us

Chelsea Miller: Guidance Secretary

Phone: 570-893-4900 x2952

Email: cmiller2@kcsd.us

If you are concerned about a student for any reason, you can make a SAP referral. The SAP referral can potentially lead to any needed services and/or supports the student may need to be successful.

Scan the QR code on the picture to make a referral!

The link in the button above should take you to our Volunteer Application.

You may also apply on-line at https://www.applitrack.com/kcsd/onlineapp/ instead of using a paper form.

Clearances and Mandated Reporter training are also required. Here are the links:

· Clearances

· (Act 34) PA State Police https://epatch.pa.gov/home

· (Act 151) PA Child Abuse https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home

· (Act 114) FBI https://www.identogo.com/locations/pennsylvania

Use service code to receive the correct clearance: 1KG6XN

Mandated Reporter Training http://www.reportabusepa.pitt.edu/

Elizabeth Nace is our Personnel Secretary & Volunteer Specialist, you can use the information below to contact her, and she said she is happy to help you and answer questions!

570-893-4900 x 2319

https://www.kcsd.us/district-offices/human-resources/volunteer-information

enace@kcsd.k12.pa.us

86 Administration Drive, Mill Hall, PA 17751

Keystone Central School District has School Resource Officers throughout our district for safety and security.

Officer Scott VanGorder - Central Mountain High School

Officer Cory Beaver - Bucktail High School & Renovo Elementary

Officer Luke Motter - Central Mountain Middle School

Officer Mike Fetzer - Elementary district-wide and District Attendance Officer

Officer Todd Brian - District-wide

Did you know that KCSD has an online cyber option for students? Please visit our website to learn more about the flexibility and courses that are available to our students!!

Check out our Virtual Academy Newsletter!

Please use the following link to read the upcoming events and information for August and September.

https://secure.smore.com/n/6axde

Many questions can arise concerning your child's laptop, internet access, busing information or maybe you'd like to volunteer in your child's school. These links below can help you get answers or point you in the direction of who to speak to.

Dave Romanyshyn, Principal

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2956

Email: dromanyshyn@kcsd.k12.pa.us

Laura Fragassi, Assistant Principal 5-6

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2954

Email: lfragassi@kcsd.k12.pa.us

Ryan Carty, Assistant Principal 7-8

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2955

Email: rcarty@kcsd.k12.pa.us

Michelle Bechdel, School Secretary

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2950

Email: mbechdel@kcsd.k12.pa.us

Hollie Moore, School Secretary

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2951

Email: hmoore2@kcsd.k12.pa.us

Tammy Evelhair, Attendance Secretary

Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 3701

Email: cmmsattendance@kcsd.us