Lion Ledger
November 20, 2020
Message From Principal Robertson
As American Education Week comes to an end and we prepare for Thanksgiving, I would like to take this opportunity to share my heartfelt thanks to the CMES community for being our partners in education. It is the collaboration of all stakeholders that has allowed virtual learning to move forward with success.
I am thankful for our students who have taken on learning with a lens of curiosity and are embracing it in ways we never imagined. I am thankful for our families who have taken on new roles as feedback and information is shared about their child's learning through the computer. I am thankful for our staff who have taken on the challenge of virtual learning and have seized the opportunity to try new things and stretch their thinking.
This journey has demonstrated that the human spirit will prevail and that we are stronger together. It is our combined efforts of grit, grace and gratitude that will see us through. So, thank you for being you, the CMES community!
I wish you all a happy Thanksgiving full of joy!
Yours in education,
Kimberly Robertson
Principal
Report Cards
As a reminder, you can check your child's grades in Schoology at any time. Visit the FCPS Schoology Homepage for helpful videos on how to review grades and other features of the learning management system.
Should you have questions about your child's report card please contact your child's teacher.
Martin Luther King Jr. Award Recipient
Mrs. Webb shared the following:
Ryan exemplifies the Pillars of Character Counts: Responsibility, Caring, Fairness, Trustworthiness, Citizenship, and Respect. Ryan is driven to succeed and will persevere through many challenges. He takes pride in his work and seeks out help when he struggles. Even with school in a virtual format, Ryan supports his peers and encourages others to succeed. He shows kindness and empathy towards his peers and teachers. He leads by example with a positive attitude.
TRUSTWORTHINESS --Be honest in communications and actions • Don’t deceive, cheat or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country • Keep your promises
RESPECT -- Treat others with respect and follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant and accepting of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements
RESPONSIBILITY -- Do what you are supposed to do • Plan ahead • Be diligent • Persevere • Do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act • Be accountable for your words, actions and attitudes • Set a good example for others • Choose a positive attitude • Make healthy choices
FAIRNESS -- Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly • Treat all people fairly
CARING -- Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Show Empathy • Express gratitude • Forgive others and show mercy • Help people in need • Be charitable and altruistic
CITIZENSHIP -- Do your share to make your home, school, community and greater world better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment • Volunteer
Book Exchange
Book Pickup will only be available on 2 days next week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. See our How-To Guide and Video for a refresher on placing holds
Click here for the full Library Calendar including A/B Weeks and Book Exchange dates. The Library Calendar is also posted in all Schoology Media courses.
Please contact Mrs. O’Toole through Schoology or via email at maria.otoole@fcps.org with any questions.
Help for Students
Students in need of support to complete work will be given access to this support during identified times during the school day, when they are not receiving direct instruction. Teachers will assign students to these times as needed. Students may also access support for work completion by using the link below.
Support on Saturday & Sunday mornings from 8-9 AM.
Click HERE.
Important Dates
Sunday, November 15 - Mystery Staff Member Story Time at 7PM
Wednesday, November 25-November 27- Thanksgiving Break
Tuesday, December 22 - Mid-term
Thursday, December 24 - Friday, January 1 - Winter Break - schools closed
CMES Contact Information
Website: education.fcps.org/cmes/
Location: 5624 Adamstown Road
Phone: 240-236-3800
Twitter: @PrincipalRfcps