Caruso Connect - December 2nd
Caruso Middle School is an inclusive and vibrant community where Blue Jays take ownership of their social-emotional and academic growth by supporting, challenging, and celebrating self and others.
Good Evening Blue Jay Families:
We hope that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and that your student was able to recharge before our last push before break. In this week's Caruso Connect, please read about our Blue Jays of the Week, a special event from Gratitude Generation, and a last call for our grade level spirit wear.
Enjoy your weekend!
Tim, Jim, Caitlin & The Caruso Staff
Tim Brodeur - Principal - tbrodeur@dps109.org
Jim Monaco - Associate Principal - jmonaco@dps109.org
Caitlin Lucci - Coordinator of Student Support - clucci@dps109.org
Upcoming Events
December 22nd - Winter Break Begins
January 9th - School Resumes
Friday Spirit Days
Blue Jays of the Week
*If you would like to nominate a staff member for this you may do so HERE!
Caruso News
Humankind Spiritwear Reminder
Hello Caruso Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our Humankind spiritwear shop will close this Sunday at 11:59pm. 10% of the profits go directly to our Student Government! Please consider buying a t-shirt for your student.
https://humankind.shop/collections/caruso-middle-school-grade-tees
Thank you,
Student Government
The 109 Gives Back Holiday Gift Drive Is Here!
(Communicated on 11/18/22)
Happy Friday, DPS 109 Families. From the snow we got this week to the lights outside, the Holiday Season is officially here. We are excited to kick off this joyful time with our 109 Gives Back district-wide Holiday Gift Drive!
Wish lists are now LIVE. You can view it by clicking here or scanning the QR code you see on any flyer. Each item will help a local family fulfill their holiday wishes!
We will have holiday-themed boxes lined up the lobby of each school between November 28th - December 9th to drop off gifts. If you are bringing gift cards, we ask that you please drop them off at the main office.
We are thankful for our generous community and looking forward to making dozens of families’ holidays brighter this year! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact communications@dps109.org.
Buy a Teacher a Lunch
(Communicated on 11/16/22)
The Caruso PTO and Marla's Lunch are excited to offer a new program to our families..."Buy a Teacher a Lunch". Families have the opportunity to purchase a lunch credit for their favorite teacher or staff member! This is an easy to way to personally thank a teacher or staff member for being awesome! Order directly through the Marla's Lunch website. Have questions? Click here for program details.
Caruso Staff Holiday Gift Fund
(Communicated on 11/2/22 via e-mail)
Looking for great Teachers’ gifts for the holidays? The PTO has the perfect answer! Contribute to the Caruso Staff Holiday Gift Fund.
All you need to do is visit our website at https://carusomspto.membershiptoolkit.com or open your Membership Toolkit app and tap Home. All teachers/staff members will receive a portion of the Caruso Staff Holiday Gift Fund with a thoughtful card naming each family who contributed.
The deadline to contribute is Friday, December 9 so don’t procrastinate! Contact Erica Lindon with any questions at ericalindon@yahoo.com
Weekly Activity Calendar
(Communicated 9/23/22)
Order Your Yearbook Today!
(Communicated 9/2/22)
Gear Up and Homework Club
Caruso Bell Schedules
Coffee w/ Caruso
Please join us and RSVP by calling the main office.
Who to Contact?
Mrs. Lucci, District Coordinator of Student Support
Mr. Brodeur, Principal
Mr. Monaco, Associate Principal
Caruso Middle School
Email: cmsoffice@dps109.org
Website: https://www.dps109.org/Page/9
Location: 1801 Montgomery Road, Deerfield, IL, USA
Twitter: @109Caruso