Mustang Weekly News
November 12, 2021
Cheyenne Food Pantry
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Weekly Reminders
MONDAY - 11/15
Think Before You Post Presentation - Team Spirit
6:00am - 7:10am: 7th/8th Girls (JV) Basketball Practice
Cheyenne vs Mustang North Basketball Games:
4:30pm: 7th Varsity Girls
5:30pm: 7th Varsity Boys
6:30pm: 8th Varsity Girls
7:30pm: 8th Varsity Boys
TUESDSAY - 11/16 (Spirit Day - Kona Ice @ Lunch)
Think Before You Post Presentation - Team Mighty
8:30am - 2:15pm: FCCLA District STAR Event @ Francis Tuttle
1:00pm - 1:30pm: OkCDA 2nd Round Auditions (7th & 8th) @ Rose State College
2:15pm - 3:00pm: TSA Meeting
Tuesday Basketball Practice Times:
6:00am - 7:10am: 8th Boys (JV)
2:30pm - 4:00pm: 7th/8th Girls (V)
4:00pm - 5:30pm: 7th/8th Boys (V)
WEDNESDAY - 11/17
5:00pm - 9:00pm: Spirit Night @ 3 Tequilas
Wednesday Basketball Practice Times:
6:00am - 7:10am: 7th/8th Girls (JV)
2:30pm - 4:00pm: 7th/8th Girls (V)
4:00pm - 5:30pm: 7th/8th Boys (V)
6:00pm - 7:30pm: 7th Boys (JV)
THURSDAY - 11/18
11:30am - 1:30pm: 7th & 8th Boys Night Out @ Edmond North
2:20pm - 2:30pm: Academic Team (Room 408)
2:30pm - 3:30pm: FCCLA Meeting (Room 405)
5:30pm - 7:30pm: Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A (2nd & Bryant)
6:00pm - 8:00pm: Ice Skating @ Mitch Park
Thursday Basketball Practice Times:
6:00am - 7:10am: 8th Boys (JV)
2:30pm - 4:00pm: 7th/8th Girls (V)
4:00pm - 5:30pm: 7th/8th Boys (V)
6:00pm - 7:30pm: 7th Boys (JV)
FRIDAY - 11/19 (Virtual Edmond Transfer Window Closes)
Pizza Day
PTO Webstore Items delivered to advisory classes
9:00am - 4:30pm: NCHO Clinic (7th & 8th) @ OKC University
Friday Basketball Practice Times:
2:30pm - 4:00pm: 7th/8th Girls (V)
Saturday 11/20
NCHO Clinic and Concert (7th & 8th) @ OKC University
Dates to Remember
11/22 - 11/26: Thanksgiving Break
12/06: Band Winter Concert
12/07: Vocal Winter Concert
12/08: Ice Skating @ Mitch Park
12/09: Orchestra Winter Concert
12/20 - 01/03: Winter Break
#THinkBeforeYouPost
We will begin to focus on #thinkbeforeyoupost awareness over the next two weeks.
When I was in middle school, our mode of communication was land-line phones, notes passed in school, or just good old-fashioned talking. My mom always reminded me to be careful when talking because I never knew who was listening. I remember my mom and grandma shushing me at public and family gatherings for saying things aloud that probably were best spoken softly or in a private conversation. It was important to them to teach me where, when, and what things could be said publicly, privately, or not at all. Words are powerful, and we must have an awareness of when and how to use them appropriately. I quote a line from a Cher song all the time to our students- "Words are like weapons; they wound sometimes"
Our students, and my children, have a much greater task than I had in 1987 in middle school. Their primary form of communication involves applications such as Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, messenger, texts, GroupMe, gaming chats, and more. If I were in middle school now, my mom would be following me on every platform I joined as well as looking through my phone each night. She would have spent money on a program to control my access and to supervise my use. She would have used this information to teach me how to shush appropriately online.
Unsupervised use of devices can lead students into situations that they typically wouldn't have engaged in person with friends or acquaintances. We hope our #thinkbeforeyoupost campaign will help students be mindful of words, pictures, and messages they compose and send through their devices.
While my talking as a teenager could cause damage, my words were not broadcast via the internet with the potential to reach hundreds or thousands of people. I could also retract my comments a bit more easily. Our students post something online, and it is there forever. The idea of forever online is difficult for our students to understand. They believe that just by deleting, taking down a post, or seeing it disappear means they are free and clear from any allegations of wrong-doing. It is tough for them to understand that their post online is there and can rarely be undone.
With all of this in mind, please partner we us to help teach our students/children to "think before they post" Encourage them; if they hear or see something suspicious, then say something to an adult and law enforcement as soon as possible.
Anytime our students report online situations, statements, posts, videos, or pictures; we have a process we follow at school to investigate. We want you to know that we thoroughly investigate any situation and involve law enforcement as necessary. We want our workplace and school to be safe. My family is a part of the Edmond community, and I know that their teachers and staff in our district strategically handle all safety issues with the utmost importance.
Our School Resource Officers will provide educational lessons regarding #thinkbeforeyou post for our students in 7th grade November 15th and 16th through Social Studies. Your support is appreciated by continuing these discussions at home. Below are some resources for your reference.
#thinkbeforeyoupost is a goal that we can all work towards each day.
Resources:
Safe Surfing:
https://sos.fbi.gov/index.html
Social Media- What Parents Should Know
https://www.fbi.gov/audio-repository/ftw-podcast-hoax-threats-090618.mp3/view
https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/hoax-threats-awareness-100518
Stop Inappropriate Pictures:
https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/stop-sextortion-brochure.pdf
Please Remind Your Child About Their Student IDs
EVERY student has been issued a Student ID Badge. Per the District Policy, this MUST be worn EVERY day with the district-issued lanyard and the picture must face out. 6th graders are maroon, 7th grade green, and 8th grade blue.
If your student does not have their badge they will need to print a temporary badge for the day as they enter the school. We have three kiosks.
It is VERY important that the student remember their badge each and every day. A temporary badge should only be needed on a rare occasion not for everyday use.
If your student has lost their badge please have them come into the office with $5 to have a replacement badge made. After the third temporary badge students will serve lunch detention and on the 5th time alternative in-school placement for the day.
Please continue to remind your child to put their badge in the same spot every day so that they have it with them every day. AS they walk out the door or get into the car ask them these two things… Do you have your ID? Is your Chromebook charged?
Student IDs help us know who should be present on our campus, they are also used to check in and out of the office, to scan for lunch, and the library.
Technology Student Association
Academic Team
For questions, please contact:
Mrs. Erin Epperly-Reiswig
(erin.epperly@edmondschools.net)
Mrs. Sydney Smith-Crutchfield
FCCLA
Contact Mrs. Kendall Wildman if you have questions
Cheyenne Showcase for October! (Videos coming soon)
Cheyenne Showcase is our recognition ceremony for Student of the Month and Mustangs of Character. These students are chosen by their teachers and they are recognized at lunch once a month. Students receive a certificate along with special treats at their lunchtime.
Click on the grade level below to view the students who were recognized.
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
All videos are published on our Youtube Channel- Cheyenne MiddleSchool
District Text Alerts
Steps to Subscribe:
You can participate in this free service just by sending a text message of “Opt in” (no hyphen), to our schools’ shortcode number of 67587. Parents/guardians who wish to participate must have a cell phone number listed in the cell phone field in their Infinite Campus account. For each parent/guardian who has an Infinite Campus account, both accounts will need a cell number listed if both parents/guardians wish to receive text messages. By sending the correct message of “Opt in” (no hyphen) you will get this message back: “You are registered 4 SchoolMessenger notifications. Reply STOP to cancel, HELP for help.” If you have any issues setting up your Infinite Campus account, please email parentportalhelp@edmondschools.net for assistance. If you have any problems receiving messages, our frequently asked questions page on the district website is helpful.
Updated Emails and Contact Information
When your child is absent for school, you can call or email your absence details and provide any necessary documentation to the contact below. Please be sure to include Student Name, Grad, and Reason for Absence.
Attendance line 405-726-5751
cheyenne.attendance@edmondschools.net
If you need to request records or enroll at Cheyenne Middle School please email
cheyenne.registrar@edmondschools.net
If you need to submit shot records- immunizations@edmondschools.net
DROPPING OFF ITEMS
We ask that you check with your student before they walk out the door and make sure they are prepared for the day. This includes having their, Chromebook, ID and Lunch. If your student does forget their lunch or something they need for school, we have a cart in our front lobby with grade levels. This will be rolled back into the common area for the students to pick up their items during passing. Please drop off LUNCHES or SCHOOL SUPPLIES ONLY.
If you are dropping off an instrument or athletic equipment we will place this by the back office door for them to come up and get during their passing or after school. Please make arrangements with your student regarding these items and where to retrieve them.
Bus Information
Click the link and enter your address to find your bus number, bus stop, and pick/drop-off times.
Meal Pay Online and Free Reduced Applications
Child Nutrition Website
Cheyenne Middle School
Link Lowe, Assistant Principal & Athletic Director, 8th grade administrator
Karyn Garcia, Assistant Principal, 7th grade administrator
Dana Black, Counselor 8th
Melissa Krause, Counselor 6th
Lindsey Speligene, Counselor 7th
Website: http://cheyenne.edmondschools.net/
Location: 1271 West Covell Road, Edmond, OK, USA
Phone: 405-340-2940
Facebook: facebook.com/@edmondcheyenne
Holiday Spirit Wear - Store closes 11/16
School Christmas shirts are available for ONE WEEK ONLY! There will not be any extras ordered. Online store closes on November 16th at midnight.
Shirts will be delivered to Advisory the week after Thanksgiving break. Please save your receipt.
Questions?
Email cheyennemspto@gmail.com