Triton News
Welcome to Coronado Middle School Sept 28-Oct. 2, 2020
Live the 8 Keys of Excellence
This week's mindset quote: "Don't try to be perfect; just be an excellent example
of a human being."
CMS Happenings
This Week:
Sep 28: Meal Distribution for CUSD families 4-6 pm See details below
Sep 29:
Sep 30
Oct 1:
Oct 2:
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
Let's work together to increase awareness of the prevalence and impact of bullying, cyberbullying and acts of hate. We'll be providing activities to take action throughout the month of October.
Join us and others around the world in wearing blue on October 5th,
World Day of Bullying Prevention #blueup
Hello Triton Families,
Thank you for taking time to complete the CUSD survey. We are currently working on building cohorts and preparing for a safe and streamlined reopening process.
At the end of the week, I will be providing you with a link to a detailed video presentation outlining the CMS Safe Reopening Plan. The video will include:
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Symptom check procedures
- Arrival procedures and entry points
- Cohort rules and expectations
- On campus protocols
- In classroom procedures
- Campus cleaning and disinfecting
- Sick student process and pick up procedures
- Departure procedures
- Phases details and communication
- and more...
Whether your student will remain 100% online or will be participating in on campus experiences, he/she will continue to follow the current student BRIDGE schedule.
Current planning at the secondary level allows us to bring a student on campus for one class or other in-person learning experiences per day. What that means is that if your child is in one of the classes that we are starting in-person, your child will be part of that cohort and only come on campus for that class. He/she will then report back home for the remainder of his/her BRIDGE learning. We will carefully monitor this model and be adding additional cohort time on campus. Example provided below.
Phase 2 - Tuesday, October 6th: All students with disabilities, KCMS, and Yearbook students will be placed into a cohort. These parents will receive detailed information and return to campus instructions via email, mid-week.
Additional cohorts will be announced and notified later this week/next week.
I've created a CMS 2020-2021 menu tab on the CMS website. I'll be posting information there regularly. https://cms.coronadousd.net/
Thank you for your support and patience!
Respectfully,
Karin
Critical Planning Factors for grades 6-12: Understanding Cohorts
- What is a cohort? A cohort is a stable group of students that stay together for all on campus activities.
- Why is cohorting important at this time? Cohorting guidance has been provided to school districts from the CDC and the San Diego Department of Public Health. This allows the school to complete contact tracing if and when needed. Under current guidance this is the safest way for us to offer in-person learning experiences while managing the safety of our students and staff.
- How does a cohort work at the secondary level? Cohorting in secondary schools is very challenging, as the definition of cohorting is to keep one small group of students together for the entire day. With secondary students taking a variety of classes and levels, this creates multiple complexities.
- Can my student be part of more than one cohort? Not at this time. Students will be part of one secure cohort (one group of students)
- Can my child attend more than one class on the same day? Current guidance from the county does not allow your child to be with more than one cohort of his/her peers per day.
- Once we don't need to cohort, will that allow for more student time in classrooms and on campus? Yes! :)
Reopening Phases
Phase 1 September 15th:
Cohort 1 students have successfully been attending school Tues-Fri.
Phase 2 October Tuesday, October 6th:
The following students will be invited to return to campus for their elective class and other in-person learning experiences. All students will be placed in a cohort. A detailed outline of your child’s in person learning along with health and safety protocols will be emailed to you.
- All students with disabilities, KCMS, Yearbook, (currently, county health guidelines do not permit band on campus, however, we are closely monitoring this. Note: band will take place outdoors)
- We will continue to roll in additional elective and intervention cohorts the proceeding weeks of October 12 and 19. Those classes and cohorts are being determined. You will be notified via email.
Phase 3 October 26th:
Specific classes to be announced later this week/next week.
Additional Phases: TBD
CLICK HERE to view an FAQ page for more information.
Please note that ALL information listed is subject to change based on updated county guidance.
Additional Cohort Time On Campus
We understand that this has been an absolute challenge, and like you, we want your kids learning on campus. In order to ensure this is done safely, we must closely monitor the mindful steps we're taking. Therefore, once we successfully bring back one period cohorts, we will begin to offer the opportunity to be on campus for an additional period. No students will be on campus during lunch.
Example1 :Period 1 Yearbook: Tues. and Thurs. 8:20-9:50 am
This student cohort will attend period 1 with their Yearbook teacher. After period 1, they will move to a classroom, TOGETHER, and Zoom into their respective period 2 classes. A CMS staff member will be present in that classroom to monitor and support that cohort of students.
I know you're thinking, "My child is still going to Zoom into their period 2 class from an on campus classroom?" Yes, because they MUST stay as a cohort.
Example 2: Period 2 KCMS: Tues. and Thurs. 10:15-11:45 am
This student cohort will be together in a classroom where they will Zoom into their respective period 1 classes. A CMS staff member will be present in that classroom to monitor and support that cohort of students. Following period 1, students will move TOGETHER to period 2 KCMS.
Reminders
- After reviewing Zoom usage for student support time on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons, it's evident that many students are not using this valuable time to check in with teachers. Although email may be a common and easy communication tool, teachers are often inundated with multiple emails in addition to their preparation, instruction, grading and feedback. In an effort to support students in a timely and more personalized manner, as well as decrease the volume of teachers' inboxes, please encourage your child to attend support time to ask questions.
- Students are to log into Zoom classes with BOTH first and last name
- Student cameras should be on in all classes. If you do not permit your child to be on camera, please email administration so it can be appropriately communicated to the teachers.
- ***We are aware of students having connectivity issues and ask that they communicate this to their teachers via chat, email, or audio before or during class.
- ***We ask that parents refrain from asking questions and interrupting instruction while teachers are Zooming with students/class.
Parent Distance Learning Series: South County SELPA is hosting a Parent Distance Learning Series through their Community Advisory Committee (CAC), with the first session on supporting students with disabilities .More Information Here
Attendance: If your child is sick or unable to participate in school on any given day, please contact our attendance clerk, Mrs. Karnas at 619-522-8921 ext. 3096 or email at lamarshell.campbell-karnas@coronadousd.net
- During BRIDGE, it is highly recommended that you also message your child's teachers.
CUSD Discipline Action Guide SY 20-21 - Please review this important document that is signed by students and parents at registration.
CMS PTO
Triton Families,
We are excited to have you all on board at CMS for the 20/21 school year! With uncertain times one thing will remain certain in our schools and that is the support from you Parents!
Please donate to PTO today! Click the link below! Please make sure to put your T3 class as the winning class with the most sign ups will receive a gift card for each child!
https://www.konstella.com/cd/W2XGRV
Good luck to all!
Megan Parma, PTO President
Messages from ASB and Mr. Ramirez
Thank you to everyone who came out to our first Kahoot game of the year! It was great to see so many Tritons having some fun and guessing the teachers and their baby pictures! We look forward to proving new opportunities soon!
OCTOBER 5th is Stand Up Against Bullying Day! Wear a Blue Shirt to show your support in ending bullying!
We are updating new events on our CMS Tritons PowerSchool Page every week! Our page is a great way for students to meet and connect. Encourage your child to check out and participate in some of our school activities!
Check out our CMS Tritons PowerSchool page!
- Triton Staff Interviews! Check out our new interview with Mrs. Bouwman! CMS Tritons PS Page - Staff Interviews
- Triton Travels: Check out some local reviews from our ASB!
- Triton Tech: Check out some cool new tech reviews.
- Triton Sports
- Triton Pets! Send us a photo of your pet!
- Triton Workspace: Tritons are sending photos of their workspace to be successful over BRIDGE.
- Triton Cookbook: Tritons are sharing some great recipes they made over the break!
- Triton Art Share out: Tritons can post and share their artwork!
- Triton Movie Discussions: Join us for movie polls, ASB Film Reviews, and discussions on some of our favorite films!
- Triton High Score: Join us for video game polls, ASB Game reviews, and discussions on the games we’re playing!
- Triton Music Discovery: Album reviews and music polls!
Messages from CMS Counselors
We're here for you! Students can visit our PowerSchool page to find resources and /or reach out to us!
October 5th is National Bullying Prevention Day! Join us in solidarity by WEARING BLUE on October 5th to stop bullying and cyberbullying! Learn more about this month of activities and campaigns, including the #seeme campaign at https://www.stompoutbullying.org/world-day-bullying-prevention
CONNECTION RESOURCES
Students can struggle to share their process in digital classroom. Here is an example of a private Google check-in form from Association of Middle Level Education
CMS Counselors:
- Elise Agrella, Clinical Counselor
elise.agrellaorourke@coronadousd.net
(all questions regarding 504's)
- Brian Garcia, CMS Guidance Counselor
- Lisa Poli, Military Family Life Counselor
- Kristen Ereno, K-12 Workforce Counselor
CMS Military Family Life Counselor Supports
Military Kids - Lunch Bunch is back!
Staff: Please share this with any military students:
Come join me on September 29th at 12 PM via zoom and bring your lunch. This is a great opportunity to connect with your fellow military peers and have some fun. Looking forward to seeing you all. Keep up the hard work and focus, you got this!
Zoom Link to Military Kids Lunch Bunch
Meeting ID: 993 1718 3611
Password: LunchBunch
I'm available for outreach to our military students and families who may benefit from a check-in or any of our other counseling services. Please let me know how I can assist you in supporting our military students. Please find my information below. I can be reached via email or cell phone.
Lisa F. Poli
MFLC- Military & Family Life Counselor for Coronado Middle School
Cell Phone: (619) 592-0821
email: MFLC.CMS@coronadousd.com
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More resources below
CMS Library
Hello Triton Families,
The CMS Library is here for your kids! On PowerSchool under their “extras” tab, students will
find access to the CMS Library page. Here they will find lots of great information on ebooks,
Digital Resources, recommended reading, academic databases, and much more.
Please check the library page frequently for new resources and tools to supplement learning
and growth. Please contact megan.pettit@coronadousd.net for questions or individual needs.
Megan Pettit
CMS Library Technician
Coronado SAFE
- Sign up for the monthly SAFE Parenting Tool Box at coronadosafe.org and take advantage of this great resource.
- Are you a new family to Coronado? Click here to register for our Coronado SAFE welcome "Aloha Club" to get connected to a supportive community.
- Need some parent to parent support? Click below.
- Game Club 3:30-4:30pm Coronado SAFE is providing a great place to take a break, connect with friends, and have fun! Link to info and Zoom: Virtual Game Club.
Coronado Schools Foundation’s mission is to raise and manage funds to provide exceptional learning experiences for all Coronado Unified School District students. We thank you for your partnership in this time of public uncertainty and applaud each one of you for continuing your commitment to the educational enrichment of our children.
Triton Shout Outs
Military Families Resources
Coronado SAFE Aloha Club Welcome Baskets - To welcome new military families to Coronado, the NBC School Liaison Program partners with an amazing local organization called Coronado SAFE. Through their Aloha Club, they connect new families with existing ones in the community to serve as a resource and help build connections throughout the year. They also offer a "Welcome Basket" delivered to your door. To sign up visit https://coronadosafe.org/new-to-coronado.
VIRTUAL STUDENT STEM DAYS
November 12 & 13, 2020
Fleet Week San Diego is proud to present Virtual Student STEM Days! The event will feature exciting STEM presentations and interactive sessions to students in an online environment. Registration is FREE and open to all Schools / Organizations / Homeschool Students in the greater San Diego County area. For additional information, contact Maggie Young at 619-549-9414 or maggie@fleetweeksandiego.org
Register: https://fleetweeksandiego.org/stem-day-registration/
HOMEWORK MOTIVATION STRATEGIES & SUPPORT WEBINAR
Wednesday, September 30, 9-10 am
Join the Military Child Education Coalition team to get a better understanding of why and how homework is used in the educational process. The webinar will discuss the 5 M’s and share practical tips, including how to motivate students and productive study habits. Not available to attend the live webinar? Register at the link below to receive the recording.
Register: http://militarychild.adobeconnect.com/web3020/event/registration.html
MIC3 ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
October 1 & 2, 9 am-1 pm
The virtual Military Interstate Compact Commission (MIC3) Annual Business Meeting is happening October 1-2, 2020 from 9 am-1 pm PST. MIC3 is excited to extend an invitation to all interested parties; Commissioners, ex-officios, school liaison officers, school district superintendents, registrars, guidance counselors, and military-connected parents and students. It is the Commission’s desire that anyone wanting to learn more about the Compact have the opportunity to register and attend at no cost to themselves or their organizations.
TUTOR.COM STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO GUIDE
As of April 2020, all DoD service members, civilian personnel, and all dependent family members (kindergarten-college/adult) are eligible to use Tutor.com/military at no cost. If you've heard of Tutor.com/military but aren't sure how to create an account, or exactly how it works, here is a video to get you started: https://youtu.be/jBhJwYzM0hU. Have additional questions? Email Tutor.com at militarysupport@tutor.com.
TUTOR.COM’s 2020 FALL WEBINAR SERIES
Tutor.com is hosting a series of FREE Student Success webinars for students (parents too) this fall. View the full calendar at https://www.tutor.com/cmspublicfiles/WWW/FALL_2020_Webinar_Series_Calendar_Graphic.pdf. Registration links for each webinar are included in the PDF.
Next Up: Student Success Series – Stress Management
Friday, October 2, 9-10 am
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9088031360047299599
FOCUS RESILIENCE TRAINING
With the uncertainties of school, now is a great time to begin the FOCUS program! FOCUS is a free training program for military families centered around resilience. It teaches participants how to talk together and express emotions appropriately. Families will learn how to support each other and prepare for the future through fun, interactive sessions. Get started today by calling 619-522-7672 or 7674 or email Coronado@focusproject.org.
NEW DOD OPTION TO HELP FIND HOURLY CHILD CARE
Through Military OneSource, families get a paid subscription to a service that lets you search for child care providers in your area, check references and review background checks of those providers. Read the full Military Times article for full details: https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2020/08/11/new-dod-option-helps-military-parents-find-hourly-child-care/
KIDS FREE IN OCTOBER @ SAN DIEGO ZOO & SAFARI PARK
Throughout October, children 11 years and younger receive free admission—no ticket is required when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission. REMEMBER: Active duty military, with valid CAC card, receive complimentary admission all year long at both parks. Full offer details: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/kidsfree
Mindy Hayes
School Liaison Officer
Naval Base Coronado
619-991-2509
Mark your calendar for upcoming dates:
September
Oct 6: Phase 2 Reopening
Oct 7: PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
Oct 12: CUSD Fall Holiday
Coronado Middle School
Email: karin.mellina@coronadousd.net
Website: https://cms.coronadousd.net/
Location: 550 F Avenue, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619.522.8921
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coronadomiddleschool/
Triton Agreements and Zoom Protocols
CMS Handbook and Agenda
The CMS handbook/agenda Link CMS Handbook