Principal's Corner; Ms. Sonya Pitcock
Cougar Families,
Congratulations to our students who made the All Region Choir and our National French Contest Award Recipients! We are continuously amazed by the talents of our students! We are looking forward to all the end of year concerts and performances by our students as well!
STAAR:
STAAR testing starts tomorrow, April 25. As we have communicated before, our day will look a little different for testing. We will not be taking any lunch drop offs of deliveries on STAAR days. Students will have an assigned testing room to report to in the morning and that will be posted in the cafeteria and front of the school. Students will test in that room for the day. Dress code for STAAR days is the same as a regular school day. Students can wear comfy clothes, but not pajamas, slippers or other clothing out of dress code. We also do not allow students to bring stuffed animals, pillows or blankets on testing days.
A new procedure this year is that students have the entire day to test so they will have as much time as needed. All students will need to bring their CHARGED CHROMEBOOK for testing days. Please help remind your kids of this important step.
We know our students are ready, but some supports from home will be helpful for them to be mentally prepared. An early bedtime the night before, a healthy breakfast the morning of and water with simple snacks for the day of testing are all great ways to help them be prepared. Snacks that aren’t sticky or messy are the best – pretzels, popcorn, chopped veggies, etc. You can also encourage them, tell them to do their best and take their time on each test. Let them know this one test doesn’t tell their whole story about who they are and how incredible they are! We have been telling them that here as well and helping them prepare mentally and academically. We are proud of what they have learned this year and know they will do great!
STAAR Dates:
April 25 – Reading grades 7 and 8
April 27 – Social Students grade 8
May 2 – Science grade 8
May 9 – Math grades 7 and 8 and Algebra EOC
8th grade Field Trip:
All students in 8th grade will receive the Pinstack trip information today from their teachers. Our 8th grade trip is a chance for the kids who have been together for these two years to go enjoy a day of fun at Pinstack Allen to celebrate each other and a great year! The trip will be on May 22 during the school day. Students must return the paper copy of the permission slip by May 12th.
Here is the link to the information in that letter and the link to pay:
Sonya Pitcock
Principal, Curtis Middle School
Allen ISD
972-727-0340
COUNSELORS CORNER!
8th grade parents: 4 year plans and Endorsement Selection are due no later than April 24th. Emails have been sent to families who have not completed these required items.
Upcoming Events
April 25: STAAR Reading 7th and 8th
April 27: STAAR Social Studies 8th
May 1-May 5: Staff Appreciation Week
May 2: STAAR Science
May 9: STAAR Math – 7th, 8th and Algebra EOC
May 12: PTA Membership Meeting
May 16: Spring Pictures
May 22: 8th Grade Trip
May 23-May 26: Final Exams
May 26: Last Day of School!!
Volunteers Needed - Copy Room Helpers!
May Copy Room helpers - https://curtisptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/98199
Please be sure you have completed your annual Allen ISD volunteer application and background check in order to volunteer. CLICK HERE for application.
CALLING ALL DADS!
Curtis MS has started a “DADS CLUB” for any male figure who would like to help out on campus.
Please see sign up for available times and description of duties. All volunteers must have their annual AISD background check completed, visit: https://www.allenisd.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=214
Here is a link to the sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094ca5aa23a2f4c52-dads#/
Any specific questions, please contact Anthony Arnold: Anthony.arnold@allenisd.org
Thank you for your willingness to help!
Do you shop at Kroger?
Log onto the Kroger website or stop by the customer service desk at any Kroger. Link your Kroger rewards card to Curtis Middle School.
Our school code is XX655.
Join the Curtis PTA- Become a Member now!
Join the many families of Curtis and support the students and staff by being a member at https://curtisptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/195134
Curtis PTA Volunteers - Get Involved!
When adults volunteer, all students benefit! There are many opportunities for parents and community members to get involved! Your help is needed! Complete the Volunteer Opportunities interest form and we will be in touch with you.
Allen ISD Volunteer Application
Volunteers who work with AISD student groups and organizations will need to complete a volunteer application. These groups include, but are not limited to, PTA organizations, booster clubs, cheerleading squads, dance squads (athletic and fine arts) and any other AISD student organizations where adults will be working with students other than their own children at AISD sponsored events.
Click on this link to fill out the volunteer application: https://www.allenisd.org/Page/214
Know an amazing volunteer?
Please use the following link to nominate one of the many people who help the Curtis Middle School community. You may nominate as many people as you would like and as often as you would like.
The Google Form will stay active all school year.
https://forms.gle/ZwyfvFEM6yVbjD4A8
Curtis Middle School PTA
Email: communications@curtiscougarpta.org
Website: https://www.allenisd.org/curtisms
Location: 1530 Rivercrest Boulevard, Allen, TX, USA
Phone: 972-727-0340
Twitter: @CurtisCougars