The Skippers' Log

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Friends and family of CMS,

I blinked, and we only have 47 days left in the school year. There are only five school days left until the break, and two of those are early releases. Where does the time go?

As the world whizzes by, please take a moment to review the news, info, and good stuff happening at CMS. As always, please reach out if you have any questions, and be well!

John / Mr. Scopelleti

• Monday, 4/13: ELA MCAS make-ups; All-school photo ~2:15pm
• Wednesday, 4/15: Early release for parent/teacher conferences
• Thursday, 4/16: Early release for parent/teacher conferences

Lots of good times and good learning, both in and out of school this week. Click here for some pics!

• Wednesday, 4/15: Dream Job Day – Dress up as your hoped-for future career.
• Thursday, 4/16: Decades Day – Dress like a favorite decade. How far back will you go?
• Friday, 4/17: Student/Teacher Switch – Students dress like teachers; teachers dress like students!

There are some new offerings for after-school activities at CMS! Please click here for all the details, including how to register.

Check out these great numbers from Ms. Cerruti:

• 8/31/21 - 4/10/22 = 419 checkouts
• 8/31/22 - 4/10/23 = 352 checkouts
• 8/31/23 - 4/10/24 = 557 checkouts
• 8/31/24 - 4/10/25 = 1026 checkouts
• 8/31/25 - 4/10/26 = 1312 checkouts

These data track how many paper books have been checked out over the same time frame during the past five years. It's fair to say that the PSO's library refurbishment grant, which was implemented two years ago, has had a huge impact. Thank you for supporting our readers!

Parents and caregivers are invited to join Dr. Brandon Wiley from Challenge Success in a conversation about how we can ensure our students are achieving academically; developing the skills, habits, and well-being needed to thrive; and reaching their goals. This workshop examines the tensions that can occur between students, parents/caregivers, and educators over issues such as homework, grades, and a culture of competition. Parents/Caregivers will learn research-based strategies to create healthier home and school environments for their children. Please join us from 6:00pm - 7:15pm on Thursday, April 16 in the CMHS Learning Commons.

Please see this flyer for information about the softball clinic coming up on May 6 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm. It is open to students in Grades 2-8.

Please click here to see the district's community partnerships. This site is updated frequently with new events and information.

There's less than a month to order your 2026 CMS yearbook. This flyer has all the details, you can order here (School ID Code 14290526), and the deadline for orders is April 24.

The CPS AI Committee wants your feedback on AI! Whether you love it, hate it, or still aren't sure about it, your opinion will help inform the district's approach to artificial intelligence in our schools. To offer your thoughts, parents/caregivers, please take a moment to complete this survey. (Students will have an opportunity to complete this during an upcoming Utility.) Thank you!

See below for the remaining MCAS and i-Ready dates:

• 5/6 and 5/7: Science MCAS (Grade 8)
• 5/18 and 5/21: Math MCAS (Grades 6-8)
• 6/3: Civics MCAS (Grade 8) AND ELA i-Ready (Grades 6-7)
• 6/4: Civics MCAS (Grade 8) AND Math i-Ready (Grades 6-7)

...about the ELA MCAS administration? I have my own notes, but I'd love to hear how these testing sessions went for you, whether you're a student, parent/caregiver, or staff member. Please let me know by emailing me at jscopelleti@cohassetk12.org!