Principal's Corner; Ms. Sonya Pitcock
Cougar families,
It’s been a busy two weeks! The Eagle Run was a great success and we thank everyone who signed up and braved the early morning and rainy conditions to be there! We have passed out all the coupon booklets for the students and they are using those up!
We also want to thank the PTA for helping us bring in author Nathan Hale! Mr. Hale came to speak to all CMS students through their history classes and told a story about history while illustrating as he talked. The students loved the presentation and we are so thankful to PTA for their continued support of finding new and exciting ways to help our students learn!
We have finished the 3rd quarter of the year and are headed into the last stretch of the year! We have so many celebrations to share about kids doing great things! Theater, Choir and Orchestra all received top ratings at their UIL contest this year and we are proud of the work everyone put in to make that happen! We have Hailey Smith moving on the state science fair competition with her project! Our math and science teams are competing with other schools and coming home with high scores! Our track athletes had their first meet before break and started off the season strong! We know we will continue to see great things in this last quarter of the year as well.
Some important dates to mark on your calendar as we enter the spring:
- Mar 17 – April 7 - Reuse a Shoe Drive
- April 7 and 10 – Holidays
- April 11 – 21 – Book Drive
- April 25 – STAAR Reading 7th and 8th
- April 27 – STAAR Social Studies 8th
- May 2 – STAAR Science
- May 9 – STAAR Math – 7th, 8th and Algebra EOC
- May 22 – 8th grade trip
- May 23 – 26 – Final exams
Please note the STAAR testing days and avoid scheduling appointments on these dates.
Sincerely,
Sonya Pitcock
Principal, Curtis Middle School
Allen ISD
972-727-0340
Upcoming Events
March 17-April 7: Reuse a Shoe Drive
March 21: Screening of the Documentary Angst, Raising Awareness around anxiety
March 31: Spring Dance
April 7: Student & Staff Holiday
April 10: Student & Staff Holiday
April 11-April 21: Book Drive
April 14: PTA Membership Meeting
April 25: STAAR Reading 7th and 8th
April 27: STAAR Social Studies 8th
May 2: STAAR Science
May 9: STAAR Math – 7th, 8th and Algebra EOC
May 12: PTA Membership Meeting
May 22: 8th Grade Trip
May 23-May 26: Final Exams
May 26: Last Day of School!!
The PTA is Lucky to have volunteers!
The PTA is Lucky to have volunteers donate to our faculty meeting snacks! Sign up now to help at our March meeting! Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A4AD22A0FDC52-march
Standing Rules Update
Volunteers Needed - Copy Room Helpers!
March, April & May Copy Room helpers - https://curtisptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/98199
Please be sure you have completed your annual Allen ISD volunteer application and background check in order to volunteer. CLICK HERE for application.
CALLING ALL DADS!
Curtis MS has started a “DADS CLUB” for any male figure who would like to help out on campus.
Please see sign up for available times and description of duties. All volunteers must have their annual AISD background check completed, visit: https://www.allenisd.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=214
Here is a link to the sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094ca5aa23a2f4c52-dads#/
Any specific questions, please contact Anthony Arnold: Anthony.arnold@allenisd.org
Thank you for your willingness to help!
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Curtis PTA Volunteers - Get Involved!
When adults volunteer, all students benefit! There are many opportunities for parents and community members to get involved! Your help is needed! Complete the Volunteer Opportunities interest form and we will be in touch with you.
Allen ISD Volunteer Application
Volunteers who work with AISD student groups and organizations will need to complete a volunteer application. These groups include, but are not limited to, PTA organizations, booster clubs, cheerleading squads, dance squads (athletic and fine arts) and any other AISD student organizations where adults will be working with students other than their own children at AISD sponsored events.
Click on this link to fill out the volunteer application: https://www.allenisd.org/Page/214
Know an amazing volunteer?
Please use the following link to nominate one of the many people who help the Curtis Middle School community. You may nominate as many people as you would like and as often as you would like.
The Google Form will stay active all school year.
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