Washington DC 8th grade trip registration is today! Make sure to register and make your $99 deposit before midnight. Register at worldstrides.com/register with Trip ID 212494.
This coming Election Day, November 7, our Board of Education is seeking approval of two ballot measures. Here is the letter that was mailed to residents of Chatham Borough, Chatham Township and Green Village. https://5il.co/26cq2
CMS opened the Week of Respect with an assembly "Remembering T.J. A story of Teen Depression Lessons of Hope". Wendy and Steve Sefcik encouraged students to access all supports if they are feeling depressed and talked about how to recognize suicide risk factors in their peers.
Reminder for 8th grade parents: Don't forget to register for the Washington DC trip today to get the $50 trip discount from Worldstrides. Register online at www.worldstrides.com/register.
Recognize the ceramic monsters from the District Art show? These monsters are created by students in CMS Cycle 8: Understanding the World Trough Art. The details required to shape the clay monsters require students to apply more advanced level sculpting skills. Glazing and painting the monsters also requires students to apply more complex painting techniques to achieve the desired color and saturation level on the clay surface. #SDOCarts
Reminder: 8th Grade Washington DC Parent Meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Check your email for the link.
French 6 students began the year learning French names and the French alphabet. Students are also taking advantage of the new classroom furniture from a recent Chatham Education Foundation world language collaborative learning grant. Students at CMS take their selected language for 3 years. We look forward to following these students as they continue their language learning path. Next up...learning numbers.
Today is CMS Election Day! We are proud of all the candidates who ran and gave speeches today! Election results will be announced tomorrow.
Congratulations to the Chatham Marching Band on winning 1st place in their group this weekend! They are currently ranked #1 in Group 1-A (NJ, PA, DE) in the Tournament of Bands. The marching band will be performing at upcoming Cougar Weekend!
Announcing the All School Production Matilda Jr.! General Interest Meeting next Monday, September 18th after school. Additional information can be found in the Google Classroom. Students may reach out to Mr. Stiles, Mrs. Spriggs, Mrs. Moleski, Mrs. PK or Mr. Hitchings with questions.
Bob Penn retired Chatham firefighter and 9/11 first responder visited CMS and CHS. He shared his experience, answered questions and commended SDOC teachers on teaching students "how" not "what" to think. He considers this one of the most valuable skils for safety and security.
Here is the schedule for Back to School Night https://5il.co/247va. We look forward to seeing everyone at 6:30 p.m. Shop the book fair starting at 6:00 p.m. and get a prime parking spot!
CMS Robotics Team Tryouts will be held after school on September 6th. Tryouts are expected to end at approximately 3:15 p.m. Students must attend in order to be considered for the team. Additional information can be found in the attached flyer.
Read the CMS Weekly Newsletter for information about Back to School Night on September 7 from 6:30-8:30 pm and other important upcoming dates. Full newsletter is available at https://5il.co/241k7.
Next week is the CMS book fair. Students may purchase books during school hours. Parents are invited to shop the book fair at Back to School Night, September 7 from 6:00-8:45 p.m.
Welcome back! We are looking forward to a fantastic year. Wishing everyone a great first day!
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Reminder CMS Open House TONIGHT from 5-7 PM. Students should bring their schedules! 6th graders can also pick up their Chromebooks in the Library/Media Center.
Reminder there is a BOE meeting tonight at 7:30 PM in the CHS Auditorium. You may also access the meeting via YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/live/UlKbAR0CfJ0?feature=share
We enjoyed welcoming new families to CMS last Friday. Families has an opportunity to meet the leadership team and ask questions. Pro-Leaders then gave guided tours of the building. Thanks to the PTO and the New Family Welcome Committee for coordinating this event!
