CAMS Chronicles

Dear Carmen Arace Middle School families,

I hope you and your family have had a summer filled with love, laughter, and learning. I am thrilled to welcome our scholars back to school on August 27th.

Adolescence presents unique opportunities for growth, discovery, and self-reflection. During this important stage of development, students need our guidance, encouragement, and support. We are deeply committed to nurturing each student's academic, social, and emotional growth within a safe, engaging learning environment. Your partnership is essential to student success.

We will continue to strengthen school-home connections through our newsletter, CAMS Chronicles. This publication is just one of many ways to keep you informed and connected throughout the year. In this edition, you will find important information and resources to help your child prepare for the start of the school year.

We hope to see you at the CAMS Back-to-School Meet & Greet on Tuesday, August 25th. We look forward to welcoming students back to campus on Thursday, August 27th!

Warmly,

Diana Bunting

Principal

Homeroom Lists

Class lists will be posed on the front entrance of the school by August 25th.

Supplies List:

• A sturdy, standard-sized backpack

• Large 3-ring binder (with zipper if possible)

• 2 pocket folders for each subject

• A 2-subject COLLEGE RULED spiral notebook (Science)

• 3 x 5 index cards

• Six subject dividers

• Notebook paper

• Pens (black and blue)

• Highlighters (yellow, blue, pink, green)

• Pencils

• Handheld pencil sharpener

• Pencil case/pouch

• Colored pencils

• 12” ruler

• Glue sticks and liquid glue

• Student safety scissors

• Two combination locks

• A scientific calculator (grades 7-8)

• Water-based markers or crayons (OPTIONAL for home use)

• Daily planner notebook (OPTIONAL)

These are general requirements. Individual teachers may provide students with additional lists at the opening of school or request additional items for special projects/assignments throughout the year.

Summer Assignments

Students should submit reading assignments to their Language Arts teacher by Friday, August 28th. The math assignments may be submitted to their Math teacher no later than Friday, September 4th.

School Hours

• The school day begins at 8:05 AM.

• Regular dismissal begins at 2:45 PM.

• Regular dismissal begins at 12:45 PM.

School Hours-Bloomfield Public Schools

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Guidelines

To ensure a safe and smooth experience for everyone, please follow these important guidelines during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times:

• Maintain one lane to keep traffic flowing efficiently.

• Keep the crosswalk clear at all times to protect our students.
  
  

Morning Drop-Off:
Begins at 7:50 AM in front of the building. Please do not drop off students earlier, as supervision is not available before this time.

Afternoon Pick-Up:
Begins at 2:45 PM. If you need to pick up your child early, please notify the office by 12:00 PM and plan to complete early pick-up by 2:15 PM.

Dress Code

As a reminder, uniforms are no longer required. You are welcome to have your child “remix” their wardrobe by combining former uniform pieces with casual attire—for example, khaki pants with a graphic T-shirt or a polo shirt with jeans.

Please review the complete dress code guidelines outlined in the Board of Education policy:

BOE Policy 5132-Student Dress Code

We appreciate your partnership in ensuring that students arrive at school each day dressed appropriately for a safe, comfortable, and focused learning environment.