The Meerkat Memo
September 14th, 2020
Cecil Manor Elementary School
Email: mstephen@ccps.org
Website: https://www.ccps.org/cmes
Location: 971 Elk Mills Road, Elkton, MD, USA
Phone: 410-996-5090
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cecilmanorelementary/
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, September 15th - Virtual Open House - Grades PK, K & 1 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday, September 16th - Virtual Open House - Grades 2 - 3 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, September 17th - Virtual Open House - Grades 4 - 5 @ 6:30pm
Learn About Blackboard Collaborate
Getting in SeeSaw Classroom for Pre-K & Kindegarten
Getting into Google Classroom for Grades 1-5
Are you in need of a Hot Spot?
If you do not have internet access, a Hot Spot will help you. Please fill out this survey to let us know if you need one.
Need a Chromebook?
WheresTheBus App
The WheresTheBus app securely lets households know when their child's bus will arrive at their bus stop, displaying the real-time minutes and miles updated every 15 seconds.
Register for the "WheresTheBus" app at https://www.ccps.org/domain/86
Are You Interested in Virtual Tutoring?
CCPS is offering virtual tutoring for all students after school hours. The length of tutoring sessions will be determined by the need of the student. We are currently providing math, reading, and technology support. Tutors will be CCPS employees who are working in Google Classroom or SeeSaw. Please answer the questions below. A separate form should be completed for each child.
ATTENDANCE FAQ
Will students fail for attendance this year?
During the 2020-2021 SY, there will be no penalty for not meeting established attendance standards as has always been CCPS protocol. However, CCPS reserves the right to reinstitute the failure for attendance stipulation once students are engaging in face to face instruction in classrooms at least 50% of the time.
Will parents be able to request vacation days?
Parental requests in writing may be granted up to five school days.
If a student is absent will they need to have a note stating the reason for absence?
Yes, a note detailing why the absence occurred should be scanned and/or emailed to the school. If this option is unavailable please contact the school to schedule a time to drop off the note.
Will a student be able to log in to the virtual class lesson/activity at a later time?
Yes. Lessons will be recorded and posted in virtual classrooms for students to view based upon their schedules.
If a student is scheduled for face to face learning and is absent will they be able to view a recording and be counted as present?
A student who is absent from face to face instruction will be counted as absent. A student will be able to view recorded lessons and complete activities as makeup work.
Cecil Manor Elementary Staff Emails & Extensions
This link can be found on our school website under the "Staff" tab.
CMES website: https://www.ccps.org/Page/746
Important School Meals Information
Here's what you need to know:
- Each school will be a distribution site Monday through Friday beginning September 1.
- If you would like to pick up meals for the entire week for your students you can do so beginning the week of September 14th by filling out the weekly meal distribution form. The form needs to be submitted by Friday of the previous week.
- The Food & Nutrition Department will be collaborating with the Transportation Department to deliver meals to select communities throughout Cecil County beginning September 9th. More details to follow.
Specifics on Meal Distribution
- Meal distribution will take place daily between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
- Meals can be picked at any school even if it’s not your student’s homeschool.
- Meals will be distributed based upon eligibility. If your student is a full paying student, meals must be purchased at full price. Breakfast is $1.40 and lunch is $2.75. Students who qualify for free meals and reduced meals will receive breakfast and a lunch at no cost.
- All families are encouraged to fill out a free and reduced meal benefit application. If you require a paper application, you may pick one up at any school building in the county. Paper applications can be dropped off at any school, the Administrative Services Center (900 North East Road, North East), or mailed to the Food & Nutrition office at 900 North East Road North East, MD 21901.
- If your student received benefits based on an application from last school year you must submit a new application by October 14th. On October 15th, any benefit that has not been renewed will expire and your student will go on full paying status.
Have Questions?
Call the CCPS Food & Nutrition Department at 410-996-6257.
Meal Benefit Applications
Did you know that most of our school-wide interventions for academics, behavior, and attendance are funded due to our percentage of families who receive free and reduced meals? The same is true for our funding used to provide family engagement activities. Please help us ensure adequate funding for Perryville Elementary by completing this quick application. Thank you!
CCPS Support Request Form
Click here for the Request Form.
Coronavirus Questions
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Cecil Manor Elementary School's Vision & Mission Statements
Cecil Manor is dedicated to building and sustaining meaningful relationships to maximize student growth and potential.
Mission
Cecil Manor Elementary School aims to build strong and positive relationships to equitably educate, inform, and inspire each child in a safe space; fostering academic excellence and emotional wellness. We will be open to change and rely on communication and our commitment to students to continue to forge a path of success for all students.