THE PAW PRINT
VOL. 10 - Week of October 21, 2019
EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENTS!
Annual Giving Campaign Update!
Thank you so much to all who’ve donated - we’ve raised $38,000 dollars to date!! That’s amazing and goes to fund academics, counseling, technology, field trips, teacher/staff appreciation, athletics, arts, campus beautification and more. Help us get the rest of the way there – we’re aiming for $100,000 and 100% participation in the annual giving drive.
Panther Parents, time is running out to make your donation to our 100 Campaign and be entered into our "Last Hurrah" Raffle! Anyone who has made a donation to our Campaign, including those who did not win at Back to School Night will have their name entered into our raffle which we will hold the week of October 21, 2019. Our donors believe we can raise the necessary funds to provide great programming for our students - let's show them they are right! Fantastic prizes are still to be had:
$100 gift card to Target
$65.00 gift card to Queen Bee Salon and Spa
2 movie tickets to the Arclight Culver City Theater
$25.00 gift card to Nishi Poke and Ramen (2 winners)
$50.00 gift card to Sorrento's Italian Market
$75.00 to California Groomin'
Winners will be notified via email and our Facebook page in order to arrange pick up of the item. Thanks for your support!
Sweatshirts have arrived!
Other Ways To Give!
We are currently in the process of setting up a system for recurring donations. If you are interested in giving a recurring monthly/bi-monthly/quarterly donation to the 100 Campaign, please email: donate@pantherpartners.com
- Name
- PayPal email address used
- Recurring amount
- Frequency (monthly/bi-monthly/quarterly)
- Child's grade
We also accept COMPANY MATCHING donations! Check to see if your company has a matching gift policy by visiting the Panther Partner's website under the "Donate" tab. Scroll to the bottom of the page to find a search engine and a matching gift form that you can download and print.
Be a Proud Panther and Join the PTSA!
Membership costs just $7.25 and JOINING THE PTSA OBLIGATES YOU TO DO NOTHING. You can turn in your $7.25 and walk away knowing you’ve just supported the largest child advocacy group in the nation. Go to https://jointotem.com/ca/culver-city/culver-city-middle-school-ptsa/join
to join today!
Another benefit of joining - FREE ice cream from Baskin Robbins and FREE roller skating at Skateland. Members can pick up their FREE coupons in the main office! Don't miss out on the fun- join today!
Join us 10/25 for our next ELAC Meeting
Backpacks for Kids Food Drive
It started at one elementary where teachers noticed kids being hungry on Mondays. Parent and school volunteers put together simple backpacks to provide food for the weekends. During the week the kids were eligible for free or reduced lunches and breakfasts, but something had to be done about weekend food uncertainty. Supported by the Culver City Council PTA, the Backpacks for Kids Program is run entirely by volunteers and receives no funding from School District, state or federal sources.
Beginning now through the first week of December, each school site will be collecting a specific item to be added to these backpacks; see our flyer for more information.
Here at Culver City Middle School, we are collecting Top Ramen.
Please bring your donation to the front office. Thanks for your support!
Copy Room Volunteers Needed
Are you looking for a way to get involved at CCMS? Do you like helping out your kids’ teachers? If so the PTSA is looking for volunteers to work in the copy room this year. This is a great way to get to know the campus and the staff. You must be a cleared volunteer and be willing to commit to a hour or two once a week or every other week.
Please contact Allison Herbst (asherbst@me.com) if you are interested.
Help CCMS by volunteering in the CCMS Student Store!
The CCMS Student Store is an extremely important source of revenue for the PTSA - and a great way to get a peek into what's happening with CCMS students during their lunch hour and right after school! So why not volunteer to work the CCMS Student Store?! It's open daily for students to buy snacks at lunch and after school, PE clothes, and Spirit Wear and we need lots of parents to staff it. Please take advantage of this chance to be on campus and volunteer today! Sign up here! Please make sure to check your Volunteer Clearance with the office prior to signing up to help.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS!
From CCUSD School Nurses
We are pleased to announce that the CCUSD School Nurses are offering FREE Flu vaccines again this year beginning on 10/25/19.
If you are in the neighborhood, please stop by the CCMS/HS Nurse's Office between 8 AM and 3:30 PM to receive your free Flu Vaccine. We will have both Flu Shots and FluMist nasal spray.
Our preschool and elementary students, all family members, and community members are welcome to stop by one of our Free Evening Flu Clinics on 10/25/19 or 11/8/19 between 3 PM and 7 PM at the CCMS/HS Nurse's Office. CCMS and HS students will have an opportunity to receive their Flu vaccines during the regular school day, with a signed consent form from their parent/guardian.
Below is a link to the consent form for your convenience. For more information about the Flu clinics or general flu information, please visit our website at: www.ccusd.org/health.
Link to Flu Clinic Flyer- Flu Clinic Flyer 2019
Link to Flu Clinic Screening and Consent Form- Flu Clinic Consent
6th Grade WEB Movie Night
6th graders! Join your WEB leaders for a spooky Halloween classic movie, Hocus Pocus, on Thursday, September 24th from 2:30- 4:30pm in the MPR. Popcorn and soda will be available for sale.
Know Your Rights Workshop
LA County Library Bookmark Contest
Red Ribbon Month Parent Engagement Night
SAVE THE DATE:
November 7th, 6 pm-8 pm
Parent Engagement Night- Red Ribbon Month/ Drug Awareness
Speaker: Priscilla Deleon
I have been a therapist in San Diego and Los Angeles for 17 years. I serve English and Spanish speaking individuals/families. Currently, I have been with Kaiser Permanente for 8 years in their Addiction Medicine department here in Culver City. This city is very special to my family. My two adult daughters were students at Farragut, CCMS and CCHS.
Family Yoga Night
Tuesday November 12
Family Yoga Night
6:30pm in the multipurpose room
No experience necessary !
Changing Families Support Group
If you know students who may benefit from conversations about changing families, new family structures, and what family means to them please submit their name on the Google Form. This will be a mental health group led by Sandy Segal Youth Health Center providers.
Who: Middle school students who are experiencing divorce, separation, blended families, newly single family homes.
When: Wednesdays 12:05-1:00pm (Students need to make up work for 6th period)
Goals: Students will develop connection with others in similar situations and decrease feelings of isolation. Students will learn how to problem solve family conflicts. Students will develop communication skills around getting needs met and new feelings they’re experiencing.
Grief Counseling Group at CCMS
Changeist Change Program
At Changeist, we run a 22-week Saturday program for participants (known as Changeists), to transform themselves and their communities in pursuit of social change, executing their vision for a more just and fair society. We're calling on middle to high school aged youth in the LA community that are passionate about social justice, looking to grow their leadership skills and who are ready for adventure. The program runs from January until mid July, and participants have the opportunity to earn up to 180 hours of community service. To apply: fill out an online application at bit.ly/applytochangeist. Website: changeist.org Instagram: @changeistla
PREVIOUSLY POSTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
*ATTENTION* Parents of CCMS Students with Classes at the High School--No Regular Classes at CCHS on 10/30/19
All CCMS zero period classes and regular day classes will be in session and follow the normal Wednesday schedule that day.
8th Grade Parent Info Night
Backpacks for Kids Program
The Backpacks for Kids Program provides backpacks filled with food and snacks for students to take home over the weekend to ensure that every student can eat on the weekends. If you would like your student to receive a backpack, please complete the Backpacks Form and return it to Ms. Campos in the front office.
Attention 8th Grade Parents
Boston Spring Break Trip
"Come discover the legacies of Pilgrims, revolutionaries, academics and literary greats as you travel through the brownstone-lined streets of Boston. Explore the sites of the American Revolution, and stroll around several of the city's vibrant neighborhoods".
If you would like more information on the trip please visit: EF Explore America at EFEXPLOREAMERICA.COM/2172484UV.
You may also get in contact with the Chaperone's overseeing the Boston Trip; Susan Herrera at susanherrera@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3377, Josie Campos at josiecampos@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3359 and Leonor Flores at leonorflores@ccusd.org or 310-842-4200 ext. 3338, if you have any further questions in regard to the trip.
It's a wonderful trip and there is space still available. Looking forward to connecting with you!
Box Tops for Education!
https://www.boxtops4education.com/
After School Homework Help in the Library
Yearbook Pre-Orders
In Preparation for Next Month, See the Two Contests for Students Below!
Dental Care for Students On Campus!
Venice Family Clinic now offers dental services, such as exams, cleanings and fillings, right here on our campus at the Health Center! Every Tuesday starting September 17, the dentist will be available from 8am until 1:30pm. To make an appointment, please go to the Health Center or call (310) 392-8636. Your parent or guardian will also need to complete a consent form, which you can pick up at the front desk.
AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES AND SPORTS
Girls Basketball Meeting - 10/28
Registration for Sports
If you have a child interested in participating please be sure to visit the CCMS Athletics page and select the link for the specific sport of interest to see when the first practice is scheduled to begin.
Please note that all students must be cleared to participate in sports, which includes a current physical exam taken within the last year, before they may participate in any sport practice or games. You may access forms at the CCMS Athletics Homepage here: CCMS Athletics Homepage. You may enter clearances and donate to the sports program at: Athletic Clearance
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
Letter and flyer about Vaping from the LA County Department of Health
Link to letter- LACDH Letter
Link to FAQ Flyer- LACDH Vaping FAQs
OCTOBER IS LATINO/HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Pay Attention to Attendance:
Keep Your Child On Track in Middle and High School
Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school safely every day and understand why attendance is so important for success in school and on the job.
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Culver City Middle School
Website: http://ccms.ccusd.org/
Location: 4601 Elenda Street, Culver City, CA, United States
Phone: 310-842-4200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulverCityMS/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf
Twitter: @culvercityms