The Bird Nest
CMS News & Notes November 2022
Veteran's Assembly - Honoring Our Veteran's
Study Island Academic Challenge
Students that complete all their grade level lessons in Math and ELA along with being in good academic standing will be to attend a bowling celebration in May!
Alternative Methods of Instruction
Beginning in the 2020-2021 school year, a local education agency (LEA) will not be required to make up school hours that are lost or canceled due to exceptional or emergency circumstances (up to 36 hours). This allows our school district to implement virtual learning plans in place of up to 4 missed days of learning.
Students will be bringing home their packet of work this week. Please place this somewhere for safe keeping until the school district uses an AMI day.
Counselor's Corner
Message from the Counselor - Mrs. Casey
It's never too early to start talking with your child(ren) about mental health. Normalizing these conversations can help children spot the signs and feel comfortable talking about them with their trusted adults. Here are some helpful tips for parents during these conversations. Click on the image to find more information in our Mental Health Matters SMORE.
Link to SMORE: https://www.smore.com/ua54f
Staff Proud Tuesday - Congrats to Ms. Childers!
Archery Tryouts Coming Soon!
Clever Academic Team Fall Meet
The Clever Elemiddle Academic Team has jumped into the season early by hosting the 1st Annual Clever Elemiddle Fall Academic Bowl on October 24. Clever competed against 14 teams from 12 schools in two states! Clever entered two teams but did not place. Ethan Kenly received a medal for being one of the top ten point-earners. Ethan was also recognized as an "OK Jay" the same week. The team will compete in the Strafford Winter Invitational, the Mid-Lakes Conference Tournament, the Thayer Winter Academic Bowl, and the 14th Annual Clever Elemiddle Spring Tournament in the upcoming months. The 2022-2023 Academic Team members are: Jazmyn Aggers, Rylan Clements, Hadley Dillard, Hunter Donan, Emily Guist, Ethan Kenly, Owen Lawler, Liam Nelson, Morgan Sapp, Noah Valdez, Brecken Vestal, and Brooke Zibell. The manager is Ella McGinnis and they are coached by Mr. Bruce Bloxom.
21-22 Yearbook Orders
Canvas Access From Home
Having trouble logging into Canvas from a home device? Here is a quick how-to video to assist with the process. Students will need to use their @cleverbluejays.org login and Google password. This is the same credentials they use everyday when logging into their chromebook at school. If you are having trouble, please reach out to the middle school office.
Tutoring is Available!
Below is the list of teachers that are available for tutoring. Please reach out the individual teacher to set up tutoring sessions for your child. Students may sign up to attend Lunch & Learn (12:00-12:40) on a daily basis. This time will provide them quiet space to work on assignments while eating lunch. Teachers are available during this time to assist students with their work.
Text Message Communications
he school district would like to add text messaging to our list of communication methods. In order to do this, we would like all parents to verify their cell phone numbers in our student information system. Please log in to the parent portal for your child (children). If you have not already established a log in, information on how to do so can be found below.
Once logged in, you will see a section titled "Student Registration Information". This section hosts several forms which you may have already submitted along with one new form (if you have not submitted the other forms, please take a moment to do that as well). This new form is called Guardian Information Update Form, and filling this out will guarantee we have the correct number submitted in the correct place in order for you to receive text messages from the school. Click the right arrow next to the "Student Registration Info" heading. This will bring up a list of forms for your child. Click on Guardian Information Update Form. When you open the Guardian Information Update Form, you will see the information as it now appears in the system and have an opportunity to change/update anything that is incorrect or outdated. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CELL PHONE IS LISTED IN THE MOBILE PHONE FIELD ON THE FORM. After completing the form you will be able to "save and finish". When you are finished with the form, you will then check a box and submit the form.
Having accurate, updated information is crucial for the safety of all students. An accurate mobile number can be especially important in times of emergency. If you have any questions, please reach out to your building office.
Stay Connected!!
Part of our mission at CMS is to keep students and parents up to date with important information. This year we will be using various platforms to help achieve this mission.
Email - It is important that you have an updated email on file with the school office. Most often communication will be done using email.
Facebook - Like the Clever Schools 6-8 page
Remind - Join Mr. Sullivan's News & Notes Class @clevms6-8 - Each teacher will create class codes that parents can join as well.
Canvas - Students will use Canvas on a daily basis for completing assignments; parents have the opportunity to create an observer account that is linked to their child's account.
Lumen Touch Parent Portal - We encourage you to create an account to access and view student information at any time.
Upcoming Dates
November 14 - Boys Basketball Tryouts
November 21 - School in Session
November 23-25 - Thanksgiving Break No School
November 30 - Grade Check
Connect With Us!
Website: www.cleverbluejays.org
Location: 103 S Public Ave, Clever, MO, USA
Phone: 417-743-4820
Facebook: facebook.com/Clever6-8