The Weekly Buzz
A Weekly Newsletter from Corner Middle School
Volume 3, Number 33: March 20, 2022
Spring Break for Jefcoed Students Scheduled for Next Week
Re-Considering the Free and Reduced Lunch Application
The Washington Post discusses the changes ahead in a recent article that can be found at this link:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/03/07/school-nutrition-program-covid-waivers/
We are placing the link for free and reduced lunches for the 2021-2022 school year below. Why? Many families may have chosen not to complete the form because they were aware the breakfast and lunch programs would be free to their students this year. As we approach the new year, if your student has been eligible before , but you did not complete the form this year, it has been recommended that you do it now. Your student will be in a must pay status until the new application is completed, reviewed, and approved in the fall. If you are approved during this school year, you will have a 30-day "grace period" once the school year opens that would cover your child/children.
In addition, families who believe they may not have qualified pre-pandemic are also encouraged to apply. So many things have changed in the past two years. It is important to assure that your child has access to healthy and nutritious food daily during each school day. The application process is secure and confidential. If you have already completed the link for this year, you do not have to re-apply. You will only need to re-apply when the registration portal opens for the next school year. Also, if you are directly certified, you will not have to apply. The link is below, thank you for your consideration!
https://family.titank12.com/application/new?identifier=TSFPFC
Transfer Applications to Jefcoed Schools for 2022-2023 School Year Now Available
Complete this form to apply to attend a school outside your district or attendance zone. To be approved, applications must meet criteria established by federal court order. Information on transfer guidelines is available in the Student and Parent Handbook. No late applications will be considered. For questions about the transfer process or the application, please contact Student Services at 205-379-2165.
The link to which a family may submit their application is below.
Jefcoed Releases Western Zone Signature Academies Brochure for Families
CMS Robotics Working to Raise Funds to Send Teams to Worlds in Dallas
In order to raise the necessary funds for registration, travel, lodging, and meals for the VEX Robotics World Championship competition in Dallas, Texas, the CMS Robotics Team, their coaches, and their families are conducting a series of fund raisers over the next several weeks.
The coaches are sponsoring a Kona Ice fund raiser for the teams at the school over the next month. From Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Wiley:
We will have a Kona Ice Day the following days for 5/6 grade
March 23rd - April 13th - April 27th
Fifth grade will come out from 2:00-2:30
Sixth grade will come out from 2:30-end of day
We will have a Kona Ice Day the following days for 7/8 grade
April 6 - April 20th
Seventh grade will come out from 2:00-2:30
Eighth grade will come out from 2:30-end of day
Prices:
Klassic $3.00 King $4.00 Kolor Changing $5.00 Kowabunga $6.00
Cash Only
In addition, the families of the teams of CMS Robotics who qualified for the VEX Robotics World Competition in Dallas, Texas, are doing a drive-through Spaghetti Dinner on March 21st at New Temple Baptist Church to help raise funds for the team's trip.
We are so proud of these students and are working to raise funds to compete at this event that has teams that have qualified from all over the United States and across the globe. We also want them to be able to experience all of the wonderful and exciting things Dallas has to offer!
If you are interested in helping the team make the trip and would like to place an order you can email audramalone@gmail.com or text your order to (334) 220-9143.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out! Thank you so much for your support!
JEFCOED SUPERINTENDENT, DR. WALTER GONSOULIN'S WEEKLY UPDATE
Yearbook Photos Needed
- 7th Grade Boys Basketball
- 8th Grade Boys Basketball
- Girls Basketball
- Newcomb
- Baseball
- Softball
- Wrestling
- Tennis
- Fishing
- Dance Team
- First Priority
- Organizations (Debate, Science Olympiad, Math Team, Future Problem Solvers, Student Council, etc.)
- Field Trips
To share your pictures for use in this year's yearbook, go to www.HJeShare.com. Put in the school code: CMS492. This will allow you to upload the photos. Thank you, so much for sharing your pictures that will help us embed those memories for a lifetime!
CMS Calendar for the Week of March 21, 2022 - March 27, 2022 and Spring Break
Monday, March 21, 2022
- 6th Grade Field Trip to Space and Rocket Center 8:15
- CMS Golf and Track Pictures in Competition Gym 2:00
- CMS Robotics Practice 3:00
- CHS Cheer Clinic Begins 3:30
- Yearbook Design Staff Meeting 3:15
- Bragg at CMS Baseball 4:30/6:30
- CHS Baseball at Oak Grove 4:30/6:30
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
- 3rd Quarter Report Cards Go Home
- No 7th and 8th Grade Data Meeting This Week
- Alabama Career Planning System Webex 11:00
- 7th and 8th Grade Math Team Practice 3:00
- CMS Baseball at Leeds 3:00
- Yearbook Design Staff Meeting 3:15
- CHS Cheer Clinic 3:30
- CHS Tennis at Birmingham-Southern 3:30
- CMS Track at Corner High School Meet 3:30
- Center Point CHS Baseball 4:30/6:00
- McAdory at CHS Softball 5:00
- CMS Dance Parent Meeting in Library 6:00
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
- NO JACKET PERIOD TODAY - REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
- 7th Grade Field Trip To Birmingham Zoo Lab
- Spring Picture Orders Due Today
- First Priority in Library 7:30
- Alabama Career Planning System Webex 12:30
- PBIS Reward Day 2:00
- Kona Ice for Robotics at 2:30
- CMS Cheerleading Practice 3:00
- Yearbook Design Staff Meeting 3:15
- ACAP Summative Testing Training 3:20/PBIS Leadership Team Check-in to Follow
- CHS Cheer Clinic 3:30
Thursday, March 24, 2022
- ACAP Summative Make-up Training in 7th Grade Conference Room TBD
- No 5th and 6th Grade Data Meetings Today
- CMS Future Problem Solvers at District/State Tournament at CHS 8:15
- Jefcoed Board Meeting 10:00
- CMS Cheerleading Practice 3:00
- Yearbook Design Staff Meeting 3:15
- CHS Cheer Tryouts 3:30
- CMS Golf at Cumberland Golf Course 3:30
- Curry at CHS Golf at Horse Creek 3:30
- American Christian at CHS Tennis 3:30
- CHS Track at Center Point Meet 3:30
- CHS Baseball at Center Point 4:30/6:30
- CMS Softball at Cold Springs 5:00
- Gardendale at CHS Softball 5:00
Friday, March 25, 2022
- PST Report Cards Go Home
- Gardendale at CHS Baseball 4:30/6:30
Saturday, March 26, 2022
- Pleasant Grove and Clay-Chalkville at CHS Baseball 11:00/3:00
Sunday, March 27, 2022
- Enjoy Your Day Worshiping, Relaxing, and/or Having Fun with Family and Friends!
Monday, March 28, 2022 - Saturday, April 2, 2022
- Spring Break for Jefferson County Schools
- CHS Baseball at Gulf Coast Classic Baseball Tournament
Looking Ahead to Important School Dates
Monday, April 4, 2022 Students Return to CMS from Spring Break
Monday, April 4, 2022 ACAP Summative Testing Begins at CMS
Monday, April 4, 2022 North Jefferson at CMS Baseball 4:30/6:30
Monday, April 4, 2022 Hueytown at CMS Softball 5:00
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 CMS Golf at Frank House Golf Course 3:30
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 CMS Baseball at North Jefferson 4:30/6:00
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 CMS Softball at Rudd 5:00
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 AHSAA Principal and Athletic Directors Conference
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 AHSAA Principal and Athletic Directors Conference
Thursday, April 7, 2022 CMS Golf at Roebuck Course 3:30
Thursday, April 7, 2022 CMS Track at Center Point Meet 3:30
Thursday, April 7, 2022 Maddox at CMS Baseball 4:30/6:30
Friday, April 8, 2022 CMS Softball at Brookwood Tournament TBD
Saturday, April 9, 2022 CMS Softball at Brookwood Tournament TBD
Saturday, April 9, 2022 CHS Mats and Bats Golf Tournament at Horse Creek 8:00
Monday, April 11, 2022 CMS at Jefcoed 6th Grade Track Meet 9:00
Monday, April 11, 2022 Cold Springs at CMS Softball 5:00
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 CMS at Jefcoed 5th Grade Track Meet 9:00
Thursday, April 14, 2022 CMS Track at Center Point Meet 3:30
Friday, April 15, 2022 CMS Softball Hosts Jefcoed Middle School Softball Championship
Saturday, April 16, 2022 CMS Softball Hosts Jefcoed Middle School Softball Championship
Corner Middle School
Our Mission
Corner Middle School is committed to empowering our students as they build a foundation for college, career, and community success in a nurturing environment.
Our Vision
Our vision at Corner Middle School is to ensure our students are academically, emotionally, and socially prepared for challenges they may encounter in the next phases of their lives.
Our Beliefs
Corner Middle School believes we will accomplish our Mission and Vision in serving our community of learners by:
- Loving, encouraging, and inspiring our students and each other in our daily interactions.
- Utilizing highly-effective instruction and a challenging curriculum.
- Meeting the needs of diverse learners in order to prepare them for college and entry into a career pathway.
- Partnering with the community.
- Cultivating student leaders.
- Integrating technology into all areas of learning.
Email: mmanning@jefcoed.com
Website: https://cornerms.jefcoed.com
Location: 10005 Corner School Road Warrior, Alabama 35180
Phone: (205) 379-3230
Facebook: facebook.com/CornerMS
Twitter: @CornerMiddle