Husky Happenings

Hello,

To streamline communication, this newsletter is set up with last week's newsletter at the bottom and only new information (with the exception of the calendar and action items) at the top. This is to make it easy to find everything as we get started.

Click here to view the Full School Calendar

July 22-WEB Leader Training 9am-12pm

July 23-6th Grade Mini Camp (must be registered-registration closed)

July 30-Sneak Peek 1-3:30pm

August 3-First Day of the 2026-2076 School year!

August 14-School Governance Council Meeting 8am

August 21?-6th Grade Back to School Bash 4:30-6pm

August 26-Curriculum Night (All Grades) 6-8pm

September 7-Labor Day (no School)

September 3? -Open PTA Board Meeting 9:15am in the cafeteria

The Device Deployment Schedule is as follows (completed through Social Studies classes):

• Wednesday, August 5th: 7th Grade
• Thursday, August 6th: 8th Grade
• Friday, August 7th: 6th Grade

1. Make sure your child is registered and ready to go by August 3

2. Review the list for Sneak Peek and complete as much as possible before arriving on the 30th.

3. Check the calendar and schedule vacations and appointments around the 2026-2027 school calendar. Student attendance matters.

4. Sign up for the Device Protection Plan through Infinite Campus

Thank you to everyone who joined the PTA! We’ve already reached the maximum number of students eligible for the top locker guarantee. The first 300 students whose families joined the PTA will receive top lockers. All remaining lockers will be assigned randomly.

All students who have paid the $27 locker/activity fee will receive a locker at Sneak Peek or on the first day of school. This fee covers the costs associated with maintaining and recoding the lockers. The remaining funds are spent on PBIS awards and other student events and activities throughout the year.

Please pay your locker/activity fee by Wednesday at noon, if possible. We will provide the prepaid list to homeroom teachers at that time. If you pay after 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, please bring proof of payment (printed or on your phone) to Sneak Peek.

Most schedules are finalized; however, we are still balancing classes, so your child’s schedule may change before Sneak Peek. Please check your child’s schedule again on Thursday morning to ensure you visit the correct teachers.

Please note that schedules may continue to change during the first few weeks of school for a variety of reasons.

If you believe there is an error in your child’s schedule, please complete the Schedule Question Form to notify our scheduling team.

We will also have a schedule support station at Sneak Peek to assist with any schedule concerns or change requests.

Fulton County Schools uses a program called ReThink Ed to teach Student Success Skills to all students. Student Success Skills are a set of standards that include six skills broken down into several standards across grade levels. Teaching these skills will support students in creating a foundation for managing emotions, healthy relationships, understanding and empathizing with others, being responsible and safe, and learning to cope with difficult life situations.

Click here to learn more about our Student Success Skills program.

Support CMS – Help Us Empower Every Student

As the new school year begins, we invite you to be part of something special. By making a one-time donation to CMS, you’re not just giving money — you’re investing in the daily experiences that help our students thrive.

Your contribution directly supports:

● Teacher grants that bring creativity and innovation into classrooms

● Staff appreciation efforts that celebrate our incredible educators

•Memorable student events and enrichment activities

When you give, you help create a stronger, more connected CMS community.

Visit cms-pta.org to donate today.

Find out more information about your student riding the bus here!

Hello Husky Families,

I hope you and your family have had a wonderful summer. Although summer seems to fly by every year, we are excited to welcome our students back and begin another fantastic school year.

Our team has been hard at work preparing for your return. From getting the building ready to planning engaging learning experiences, reviewing academic data, and reflecting on family and student feedback, we have been focused on making this our best year yet. We are committed to creating a school environment where every student feels welcomed, supported, challenged, and connected.

One of my favorite things about a new school year is the fresh start it brings and the opportunity for students to reconnect with friends, make new connections, and grow together. We are especially excited to welcome our newest Huskies and their families to our school community.

I'd like to officially invite you to our Sneak Peek on July 30 from 1:00–3:30 p.m. It's a great chance to visit the school, meet teachers, and get ready for an amazing year ahead. Additional details are below.

Enjoy these last few weeks of summer, and we can't wait to see you soon!

Warmly,

Stephanie Haga
Principal

Please see the link below and attached document for essential NTK information about our school.

https://crabapple.fultonschools.org/

Sneak Peek Details

We hope you will be able to join us for Sneak Peek on Thursday, July 30. At Sneak Peek you can purchase a locker, get a cafeteria account, get bus information, meet your teachers and so much more! We hope to see you there.

To help the day run smoothly (cell service is spotty in the building), there is a lot you can do in advance. Click on the image below for links and directions.

New students who are unable to attend Sneak Peek are invited to check in at the front office upon arrival on the first day of school. We will have staff and student leaders ready to assist with finding classes.

Sneak Peek Arrival and Parking :

• Families are encouraged to park on campus as our neighboring subdivisions and the nearby churches do NOT want cars parked on their streets. Another parking option is the lot next to Roswell North ES. I know it's not ideal, but we want to be good neighbors.
• There is a 2.5-hour time window for this event and if you come prepared you will be in and out quickly. The beginning produces the largest crowd so consider staggering your arrival to avoid the crowds.
• See the button/link below for additional information

Kick off the school year by supporting CMS!

By making a one-time donation to the CMS PTA, you’re not just giving money - you’re investing in the daily experiences that help our students thrive

Your contribution directly supports:

- Teacher grants that bring creativity and innovation into classrooms

- Memorable student events and enrichment activities

- Staff appreciation efforts that celebrate our incredible educators

- Unique learning opportunities that go beyond the basics

- When you give, you help create a stronger, more connected CMS community.

🎉 Early PTA Membership Perk! -Limit Met

Guaranteed Top Locker

Join the PTA at the Silver Membership level ($50 minimum donation) or higher by Friday, July 24, and your student can receive a guaranteed top locker*!

This is only available to the first 300 students whose family joins at the Silver ($50+) level or above.

Top lockers are a big deal in middle school and one of the most popular PTA membership perks!

🎂 Birthday Marquee Shoutout

Donate $200 or more and receive a FREE birthday message on the school marquee during the school year.

Join here today!

JOIN THE PTA today to help us reach our annual goal!

CMS will be issuing devices and cases to students during the first weeks of school. Students are getting all new device this year, which we are excited about! Please read through the FCS Device Handbook to learn more about parent and student responsibilities with devices, what to do if you have a device related issue and how FCS will be using and handling technology damage this year (hint: buy the insurance!).

Note: We require that students keep their devices in the district provided cases. It helps considerably with damage prevention.

Device Insurance

How do parents opt into device insurance?
Parents opt into Device Insurance during the Infinite Campus Online Registration (OLR) process.

How does insurance enrollment and payment work?
Once OLR is submitted, the insurance fee is added to the parent’s Infinite Campus account. An email with payment instructions is sent; however, the fee will still appear in the parent portal even if the email is not received. Coverage begins once payment is completed.

Can parents opt in after completing registration?
Yes. Parents should contact the Technology Support Center (TSC) at 470-254-HELP (4357) or submit a Tech Support Ticket on www.fultonschools.org. The TSC will confirm the device is undamaged and add the fee to the student’s account.

What if a parent changes their mind after selecting "No"?
If the OLR has already posted, parents must contact the TSC to request the update.

What is the cost of ODP?

• $50 annually per student

• $25 for students qualifying for free/reduced lunch

Can schools pay for ODP?
Schools may use SAF funds to cover the premium. However, deductibles and replacement costs remain the responsibility of the student/family. Local district funds may not be used.

What happens if the premium is not paid?
Payment is due within 30 days of the start of school. Until payment is received, the student is not covered.

Device Fees, Responsibility, and Disputes

How are device fees assigned?
Fees are assigned after responsibility is determined. Charges are pre-determined by the district and applied based on the type of damage or loss and insurance coverage.

Who determines responsibility?
Principals or Assistant Principals determine responsibility and assign discipline if warranted.

How are parents notified?
Parents/guardians receive notification through Infinite Campus when a fee is added to their account.

Can parents dispute a charge?
Yes. Parents should contact the Technology Support Center. A formal fault determination process will be coordinated with the school.

Are you convinced that the FCS Device protection plan is a good idea and want to sign up? If so, you do you can find the directions here.

Below you will find a list of items that most students will need. When you come to Sneak Peek, teachers will share any additional items that they require for their classes. These lists will also be shared the first week of school.

Dress code can be a tricky topic. We are familiar with current trends and plan to be reasonable. The popular athletic shorts that many students (primarily girls) choose to wear will still be acceptable as long as: they are not completely covered by a shirt/top and they fit appropriately. When students outgrow these items, they quickly become inappropriate.

In the first two weeks of school, we will have a grace period, unless a child's outfit is egregiously out of dress code. During this time, staff members will let your child know if their outfit does not meet dress code so they can adjust accordingly before being asked to change.

As we begin a new school year, we invite you to join us in making it one to remember. With just one easy, one-time donation, you can make a meaningful impact on our entire school community.

Your support helps fund:

• Teacher grants and classroom innovation
• Student events and enrichment opportunities
• Staff appreciation efforts
• A stronger, more connected CMS community

Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference. Thank you for being an important part of the CMS family as we kick off another great year!

👉 Join the PTA and donate today at cms-pta.org

Order a birthday message to appear for 48 hours around your student’s birthday. This is done in the same place where you join PTA—see the instructions below. Please note that we need at least two days' notice to be able to post your message.

Just follow these easy steps:

· Go to <https://roswellcmspta.membershiptoolkit.com/login-form?r=%2F>

· Click on the Register/Login button

· Enter your email and password information, or create a new account if you don't have one already

· Confirm your student and family information and directory preferences

· Go to the online store and join the PTA and contribute to the Husky Pack

· While you are there, add a birthday message for your student to be shown on the marquee for 48 hours around their birthday!

· Download the Membership Toolkit App to your phone for easy access to the online directory anywhere. It's FREE!

Huskies Helping Huskies (HHH) is a 501(c)(3) that works with CMS and the PTA to assist students and families in urgent need with school supplies, meals, toiletries, and other unique support. We turn our community's compassion into direct assistance that helps in-need students and their families thrive.

Look for the HHH team in the lobby during CMS Information Day. Stop by to join the mailing list, sign up to volunteer, and/or be one of the first to donate in support of the new school year. We will also be collecting snack boxes to ensure students in the program aren't distracted by hunger during the school day. We welcome your donations of boxed, individually wrapped healthy snacks. Bring them to Info Day or ship to us directly from Walmart.com. Thank you for your support.

If your family needs assistance from the HHH program, please reach out to hhh.cms@gmail.com. Learn more about HHH on our website and please follow us on Facebook.

Facebook - Get up to date information regarding school events and activities by joining the “Crabapple Middle School” Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/261011121066744/members/

Crabapple Middle website - The CMS website has a monthly calendar on the bottom right corner of the front page. Also find teacher contact information, forms, past “Husky Happenings” newsletters, and other important news here: http://crabapple.fultonschools.org

PTA Website - Check out the CMS-PTA website for additional information regarding the PTA at CMS. Find information regarding volunteering at the school, special programs and upcoming events here www.cms-pta.org

Twitter - Follow Crabapple Middle or many of our staff members on Twitter for postings of events and things happening around our school.

July 2026-Sneak Peek Info, Getting ready for school Info