Parent eNews CMS Weekly
Sunday, March 4, 2018 (Week#28)
Picture of the Week:
Parents & Guardians:
Dean W. Packard, Principal
508-248-1423 Ext. 1102
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What's Happening Next Week:
Monday, March 5th - CMS Book Swap (Mrs. Briere)
- Students can come to the library during Advisory and exchange books. Students can also stay after school and enjoy an opportunity to read or exchange books. Not only can you swap books, but you can also chat with friends, enjoy a snack or play a game. Please e-mail Mrs. Briere with any questions: sbriere@dcrsd.org
- No after school activities or homework - just family time (enjoy and make the most of it).
Thursday, March 8th - Science Club with Mrs. Anderson
- Is the next meeting for her club. Please e-mail Mrs. Anderson with any questions at eanderson@dcrsd.org
Friday, March 9th - Early Release: Professional Development for Teachers
- Students will be released at 11:15 a.m.
Mirage Putting on a Show for CES!
Mrs. Ye Bringing Collaboration to Another Level
Mr. Packard's Administrative Group - The Voice Addresses School Committee
School News:
Principal Packard & Assistant Principal Olson Live on Twitter Every Friday
Mr. Packard and Mr. Olson will be live on Twitter every Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Please consider joining us and posting your questions live so we can connect with community members about all of the great things happening in our school. You can find Friday's live broadcast by going here: https://twitter.com/cms_grizzlies/status/969572108874502144
There is a delay and the broadcast starts at the 3:22 mark - sorry for that and we will adjust it for this upcoming Friday.
Parent Portal
In order to access you child's grades, you will need to get log-on credentials for the Parent Portal. If you need assistance, please e-mail our Administrative Secretary Mrs. Andre at: landre@dcrsd.org
Intergenerational Program
Mr. Packard will be holding sign ups for any student who wants to participate in the program. Starting Wednesday, March 14 (updated), a group of students will go to the Charlton Senior Center to connect with our local seniors. The time will be from 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. This is for students in grades 5-8. Students could play pool, do crafts, play cards or just talk. We are limited each week to bring a maximum of ten students. Students can sign up in the main office starting on Monday. For more information, e-mail Mr. Packard at dpackard@dcrsd.org
MCAS 2.0 Testing Dates (April & May)
Grade 5: English Language Arts, Math & Science & Technology
April 2 - ELA Session 1 / April 9 - ELA Session 2
Make Up Sessions: Friday, April 6 & Friday 13 and (if needed): April 23-27
April 30 Math Session 1 / May 7 Math Session 2
Make Up Sessions: Friday, May 4 & Friday May 11
May 14, 2018 Science & Technology Session 1 / May 16, 2018 Science & Technology Session 2
Make Up Sessions: May 18 and Make Up All Sessions (if needed): May 21 - 25
Grade 6: English Language Arts & Math
April 3 - ELA Session 1 / April 10 - ELA Session 2
Make Up Sessions: April 6 & 13 / Make Up Sessions (if needed): April 23-27
May 1 - Math Session 1 / May 8 Math Session 2
Make Up Sessions: Friday, May 4 & May 11
Make Up All Sessions (if needed): May 21 - 25
Grade 7: English Language Arts & Math
April 4 - ELA Session 1 / April 11 - ELA Session 2
Make Up Sessions: April 6 & 13 / Make Up Sessions (if needed): April 23-27
May 2 - Math Session 1 / May 9 - Math Session 2
Make Up Sessions: May 4 & May 11
Make Up All Sessions (if needed): May 21 - 25
Grade 8: English Language Arts, Math & Science & Technology
April 5 - ELA Session 1 / April 12 - ELA Session 2
Make Up Sessions: April 6 & April 13 / Make Up Sessions (if needed): April 23-27
May 3 - Math Session 1 / May 10 - Math Session 2
Make Up Sessions: May 4 & May 11
May 15 - Science & Technology Session 1 / May 17 - Science & Technology Session 2
Make Up Sessions: May 18
Make Up All Sessions (if needed): May 21 - 25
Students Volunteering at CHIP-IN After School
Mrs. Bond Ready for Bus Duty!
Words of Wisdom Outside of Mr. Peloquin's Room.
District News:
Superintendent Desto's Blog:
Superintendent Desto is always sprinkling words of encouragement and wisdom to students, staff and community members. Take a look at his Blog and all of his latest information… https://gdesto.blogspot.com/
WOMEN IN STEM Night - March 13, 2018
The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District and the Dudley Women's Club are holding a Women in STEM Night. The event will be held at Shepherd Hill on Tuesday, March 13th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The event is for girls in grades 5-8. For more information, please contact, Ms. Mansur at cmansur@dcrsd.org or Mrs. Ares at kares@dcrsd.org
Monthly Calendar (March):
Wednesday, March 7th – Family Comes First Night – No Homework or After School Activities
Friday, March 9th – Early Release 11:15 a.m. Teacher Professional Development
Tuesday, March 13th – School Council 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 15th – Early Release Parent Conferences 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 15th – 8th Grade Parent Information Night Regarding Scheduling at Shepherd Hill 5:00 p.m. in Shepherd Hill Auditorium
Friday, March 16th - Coffee and Conversation in the cafeteria 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Friday, March 16th – 8th Grade Scheduling for Shepherd Hill in Library
Monday, March 19th – 8th Grade Scheduling Continued in the Library
CMS' Weekly Morning Announcements:
To access our weekly morning announcements, please click on the link below. This link will take you directly to our daily announcements - remember, these announcements can be updated daily, so please check back frequently to stay current.