THE PAW PRINT
VOL. 8 - Week of October 7, 2019
EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENTS!
Annual Giving Campaign
Panther Parents - we need your help – we’re more than two thirds of the way through the annual giving 100 campaign but just 36% of the way to our goal of raising $100k in the first 100 days of school. And so far only about 20% or 275 of our more than 1,500 families have given. Success for all takes us all. Please click to donate now to ensure we continue supporting important programs like WEB, student support and counseling, field trips, teacher supplies and much more. The deadline is 10/31.
With Gratitude,
Your Fellow Panther Parents
P.S. Wondering how much to give? Consider donating $10-$100/month to support our amazing school! Thank you!
Other Ways To Give!
We are currently in the process of setting up a system for recurring donations. If you are interested in giving a recurring monthly/bi-monthly/quarterly donation to the 100 Campaign, please email: donate@pantherpartners.com
- Name
- PayPal email address used
- Recurring amount
- Frequency (monthly/bi-monthly/quarterly)
- Child's grade
We also accept COMPANY MATCHING donations! Check to see if your company has a matching gift policy by visiting the Panther Partner's website under the "Donate" tab. Scroll to the bottom of the page to find a search engine and a matching gift form that you can download and print.
Be a Proud Panther and Join the PTSA!
Membership costs just $7.25 and JOINING THE PTSA OBLIGATES YOU TO DO NOTHING. You can turn in your $7.25 and walk away knowing you’ve just supported the largest child advocacy group in the nation. Go to https://jointotem.com/ca/culver-city/culver-city-middle-school-ptsa/join
to join today!
Another benefit of joining - FREE ice cream from Baskin Robbins and FREE roller skating at Skateland. Members can pick up their FREE coupons in the main office! Don't miss out on the fun- join today!
CCMS Special Needs Committee will meet with Diana Fannon, new Director of Special Education
This meeting is open to all interested parents in the district.
- Location: CCMS
- Tuesday, October 8, 2019
- 6:30pm
CCUSD Disability Awareness Event hosted by CCUSD
Come to CCMS to hear USC student Jake Olson, talk about his academic and athletic success against all odds.
- Multi-Purpose Room, CCMS
- Wednesday, October 16, 2019
- 7:00pm
The following year, he made history as the first fully-blind athlete to play in a college football game. He took the field Sept. 2 in the season opener against Western Michigan and snapped on an extra point. It was good.
Olson's story was chronicled by ESPN reporter Shelley Smith in the E:60 segment "Fight On," which won the Sports Emmy for Outstanding Long Feature last May. Now 21 and a redshirt junior, Olson is an inspirational speaker who has taken the podium at events for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Dick Vitale's V Foundation for Cancer Research and the American Cancer Society. He already has authored two books, My Life With Cancer Holding Jesus' Hand (which he wrote at age eight) and Open Your Eyes: 10 Uncommon Lessons to Discover a Happier Life (age 16).
8th Grade Parent Info Night
Box Tops for Education!
https://www.boxtops4education.com/
Help CCMS by volunteering in the CCMS Student Store!
The CCMS Student Store is an extremely important source of revenue for the PTSA - and a great way to get a peek into what's happening with CCMS students during their lunch hour and right after school! So why not volunteer to work the CCMS Student Store?! It's open daily for students to buy snacks at lunch and after school, PE clothes, and Spirit Wear and we need lots of parents to staff it. Please take advantage of this chance to be on campus and volunteer today! Sign up here! Please make sure to check your Volunteer Clearance with the office prior to signing up to help.
Copy Room Volunteers Needed
Are you looking for a way to get involved at CCMS? Do you like helping out your kids’ teachers? If so the PTSA is looking for volunteers to work in the copy room this year. This is a great way to get to know the campus and the staff. You must be a cleared volunteer and be willing to commit to a hour or two once a week or every other week.
Please contact Allison Herbst (asherbst@me.com) if you are interested.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Bell Schedule for Week of October 7-11
We Missed You at Our September PTSA Association Meeting!
Backpacks for Kids Program
The Backpacks for Kids Program provides backpacks filled with food and snacks for students to take home over the weekend to ensure that every student can eat on the weekends. If you would like your student to receive a backpack, please complete the Backpacks Form and return it to Ms. Campos in the front office.
Science Enrichment Trips - Sign ups Happening Now!
- Your student needs to maintain a 3.0 GPA and no N's or U's to be eligible to attend.
- Click on the buttons below for links to the individual field trips.
Attention 8th Grade Parents
National Period Day
Boston Spring Break Trip
"Come discover the legacies of Pilgrims, revolutionaries, academics and literary greats as you travel through the brownstone-lined streets of Boston. Explore the sites of the American Revolution, and stroll around several of the city's vibrant neighborhoods".
If you would like more information on the trip please visit: EF Explore America at EFEXPLOREAMERICA.COM/2172484UV.
You may also get in contact with the Chaperone's overseeing the Boston Trip; Susan Herrera at susanherrera@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3377, Josie Campos at josiecampos@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3359 and Leonor Flores at leonorflores@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3338, if you have any further questions in regard to the trip.
It's a wonderful trip and there is space still available. Looking forward to connecting with you!
PREVIOUSLY POSTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Helping Your Student Sign up for PAWs
At CCMS, we have a 30 minute intervention period imbedded into our schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For these periods, students are able to sign up to receive additional support or enrichment in their classes. This year, we are using a platform called Enriching Students (app.enrichingstudents.com) to sign up for PAWs sessions. The website can also be accessed through our school website (ccms.ccusd.org), under Students – PAWs Enriching Students.
All of the teachers have PAWs courses offered and they will input what their particular PAWs is covering (i.e. Takahashi- JLA 6th grade makeup work), so students can make the best decision for their individual situation. We encourage students to look at their teacher’s PAWs courses first, but if none are applicable, some of the teachers offer alternatives, such as GATE enrichment or silent study hall.
This year, we have two schedule strands, one for 6th graders and one for 7th/8th graders. We would like for students to check to make sure that the courses they are signing up for are offered for their grade level.
Teachers are giving students 5 minutes during 1st period class every Monday to sign in and sign up for PAWs classes. However, the website can be accessed anywhere (there’s even an app for Enriching Students!), so we encourage students to sign up even before 1st period each week. Students will be able to sign up for classes up to two weeks in advance.
Here is a link to the PAWs sign up tutorial if you want to see how to schedule.
After School Homework Help in the Library
Yearbook Pre-Orders
PTA Reflections Contest is Here
Applications are due Oct. 11, 2019 in the CCMS Front Office.
In Preparation for Next Month, See the Two Contests for Students Below!
Dental Care for Students On Campus!
Venice Family Clinic now offers dental services, such as exams, cleanings and fillings, right here on our campus at the Health Center! Every Tuesday starting September 17, the dentist will be available from 8am until 1:30pm. To make an appointment, please go to the Health Center or call (310) 392-8636. Your parent or guardian will also need to complete a consent form, which you can pick up at the front desk.
AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES AND SPORTS
Registration for After School Classes
- Register online. Space is limited, so register early for the best selection.
- We still have some spots available in the classes below...
Scholarships available.
If you are unable to contribute, please fill out and submit the online scholarship form.
If you have any questions: Andrea Schainen: aschainen@gmail.com
MONDAY CLASSES (no class 11/11- 12 weeks)
❑ WEIGHT LIFTING CLASS
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
❑ SINGING, PERFORMANCE AND PRESENTATION CLASS WITH GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER SARAH DAYE
❑ SOCCER- FALL BALL COED (10 weeks only) -NEW CLASS
THURSDAY CLASSES (13 weeks)
❑ BIKE SKILLS WORKSHOP-NEW CLASS
❑ DISCOVER ART
❑ FRENCH CLASS- Advanced
❑ ZOOGA YOGA
FRIDAY CLASSES (13 weeks)
❑ FOLKLORE DANCE CLASS
❑ MAGIC: THE GATHERING
Registration for Sports
Fall Sports practices are beginning soon! If you have a child interested in
participating please be sure to visit the CCMS Athletics page and select the link for the
specific sport of interest to see when the first practice is scheduled to begin.
- Basketball: Boys and girls interested in playing middle school basketball. There will be a mandatory meeting on Monday, Sept 30th during lunch in room 305. Bring your lunch!
- Anyone interested in running Cross Country see Mr. Goodnight.
- Anyone interested in playing Flag Football email Coach Bunker for 7th and 8th graders or Coach Bryce for 6th graders.
- All girls interested in playing Tennis please contact Coach Wilson.
Questions about sports? Contact the Athletic Director below who is over the sport for
which you would like to inquire:
Athletic Director - Tom Salter tomsalter@ccusd.org 310-842-4200 x6060
- Fall - Flag Football, Water Polo , Girls Tennis
- Winter - Swim
- Spring - Softball, Boys and Girls Lacrosse, Boys Tennis
Athletic Director - Angelo Sablan angelosablan@ccusd.org
- Fall - Girls Volleyball, Cross Country
- Winter - Boys and Girls Basketball
- Spring - Boys and Girls Soccer, Track, Boys Volleyball
Please note that all students must be cleared to participate in sports, which includes a current physical exam taken within the last year, before they may participate in any sport practice or games. You may access forms at the CCMS Athletics Homepage here: CCMS Athletics Homepage. You may enter clearances and donate to the sports program at: Athletic Clearance
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
OCTOBER IS LATINO/HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Help Your Student Navigate Peer Conflicts
Here are some articles to help you have these important conversations with your child.
Pay Attention to Attendance:
Keep Your Child On Track in Middle and High School
Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school safely every day and understand why attendance is so important for success in school and on the job.
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Culver City Middle School
Website: http://ccms.ccusd.org/
Location: 4601 Elenda Street, Culver City, CA, United States
Phone: 310-842-4200
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