Crabapple MS Staff-Update

December 16 Art Show 5pm at CMS

December 16 Winter Chorus Concert 6pm at RHS

December 16 Staff Appreciation Luncheon (Mr. Taco food truck)-refer to Ms. Haga's email

December 17 Winter Orchestra Concert at CMS

December 19 Last Day of 1st Semester and PBIS Winter Jam Party

December 22-January 5 Winter Break

January 6 1st day of 2nd Semester

Coaching Corner

Winter Break

Before leaving for the break, please ensure that all lights are turned off in your classroom/office . Close your blinds for security and energy conservation. Please also ensure that no food items is left out anywhere and must be removed or stored in a refrigerator. Ensure food service freezers and coolers area also secured.

Reminders

• The building will close on Friday, December 19th at 6:00pm
• Teachers/Staff members are not permitted to access the building during the duration of Fall Break
• The building will remain closed until Monday, January 5th at 7:30 am
• Employees responsible for securing the building will physically inspect all external doors to ensure they are locked and not propped open. A false alarm will bring about an armed response by local law enforcement with the potential for a monetary fine
• All slide locks should be closed to external doors to prevent building access from non- master key holders
• All exterior windows and doors must be locked
• All classroom blinds must be drawn and closed
• Remove or secure all artwork or posters that may be in your hallways. These items can activate an alarm if they move resulting in false alarm fee for the district
• All valuable personal items should be taken home
• Applicable computers and monitors must be turned off
• Upon returning from the break, each staff member will complete a visual check of their classroom to inspect for any damage.

Please reach out if you have any questions and Happy Holidays

Attached is the Gradebook Compliance Report for Q2 and our 2025-2026 Grading One Pagers. Grades are due on Friday December 19th.

• Reminder that all classes/sections need to have
• 2 Majors, 3 Minors, and 3 Practices for Q2.

If you have students who will be absent and will have outstanding assignments to complete when they return from break, they can complete the assignment the week of 1/5/25 and grades can be reposted for those students.

VERY IMPORTANT! We have had several teachers who discovered syncing issues with canvas to IC.

• Please make sure your percentages match in Infinite Campus and Canvas for Majors, Minors, and Practices.
• Example:

• Need help posting grades? Click on the links below:
• FCS Posting Grades​​​​​​​ and Non-Academic Skills
• FCS Posting Non-Academic Skills Video
• NAS Auto Fill Steps with pics
• CC Post Grad​​​​​​​es
• CC Post Grades for Multiple Sections
• CC Post Grades using the Post Grades Tool

• Salvatore Absent 12/17 PM ONLY: We should have coverage, but if anything changes, we will let everyone know that morning. Just be cognizant that I will be out after 12:15 and be thoughtful about sending students to the Media Center. Thanks!
• Homeroom, Wednesday, 12/17 – Strive for Success Party: Check the spreadsheet and send students from your homeroom to the Media Center at 9 AM.
• Strive for Success Fall 25 Earners.xlsx
• December Media Center Programming:
• Contest for Students and Teachers: December ornament Media Center Contest.docx
• Due December 17th

🎶 Winter Candlelight Concert 🎶
Join the CMS ORCHESTRA for our winter concert featuring ALL GRADE LEVELS.

Wednesday, December 17 at 6:00pm in the CMS Gymnasium

✨ Music to Light the Dark Winter Nights! ✨

Follow us online! @cmsorchestra.roswell

Action Item: See Ms. King's email from Weds 12/03 regarding Grade Level Teacher activities on Winter Jam day (Friday 12/19)

Check Yourself: Here is a ​filterable Excel Document​ that shows you your PBIS points for each week in October and November.

• Please check your PLC and make sure that your points are similar to your PLC members. Co-Teachers, your points added together should be similar to your PLC members if you split points duty.
• Filter by Academic Content, or even by Teacher names in the Filter options
• All teachers who are responsible for a student roster should give at least a few PBIS points a week because every teacher who sees students has a HR and/or class.

Please remember that PBIS points are one of our ways to reward students for meeting behavior expectations. As students spend their points at the PBIS Store, they are paying a lot of attention to which teachers give points and which teachers do not. Prioritize your relationships with students in this very visible quantitative fashion.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎉

WILSON - 16th

FERNANDEZ (Ms. Daniela) - 18th

BRANHAM - 18th

WYNNE - 21st

S. COOPER - 24th

HOLIDAY COUNTDOWN CALENDAR

​​​Holiday Countdown 2025.pdf

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FCS PROPOSED 2027-2028 STUDENT CALENDAR

Dr. Looney and our school board members are seeking input on the 2027 - 2028 student calendar. Please share your feedback through the Thought Exchange link below by December 19th. Your voice matters - thank you for contributing!

​​​proposed 2027 - 2028 student calendar.pdf​​​

Welcome - Thoughtexchange

UNDERGROUND SPIRIT WEEK (staff only)

TODAY: Lumberjack Day - Wear your favorite flannel or plaid shirt.

TOMORROW: Too Tired Tuesday - Dress like a student.

THURSDAY: Anything But a Cup Day - Drink your water out of anything but a cup! Here are some ideas: a watering can, bowl, Pringles can, coffee pot, blender, spray bottle, teapot, etc.

FRIDAY: Pajama Bottoms & Funky Slippers Day - We're glad you're here today! 🙂

FACULTY/STAFF BREAKFAST

Our second breakfast will take place on Monday, January 5th at 8:30 AM in the cafeteria. Thank you, 7th grade teachers, Severino, Casey, Mason, Zapata, & Salvatore, for hosting! 🙂

Digital Accessibility: Why It Matters (Week 1)

Every student, staff member, and family in Fulton County Schools deserves equal access to information and learning opportunities. For individuals with disabilities, inaccessible digital content can create significant barriers—like missing key details in a video without captions, being unable to read low-contrast text, or struggling to navigate a page without clear structure.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) now requires all public-school digital content to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards. This includes websites, learning management systems, videos, and documents created by teachers and administrators. Ensuring accessibility isn’t just about compliance; it’s about inclusion and equitable access for everyone in our community.

To help all staff create accessible digital content, we’re launching an 8-week series on 7 Pillars of Accessibility - simple, practical habits that make content usable for everyone. Each week we will share more in-depth information about one of the pillars below.

The 7 Pillars of Accessibility

• Headings – Organize content using proper heading styles
• Alternative Text (Alt Text) – Describe images for users who can’t see them
• Descriptive Links – Write links that clearly describe their destination
• Color and Contrast – Use readable color combinations and avoid relying on color alone
• Lists – Format related items or steps as bulleted or numbered lists
• Tables – Structure tables with headers so they’re accessible to screen readers
• Captions and Transcripts – Provide captions for videos and transcripts for audio recordings

The University of Minnesota’s Office for Digital Accessibility has put together a great resource to help educators learn more about these 7 Core Accessibility Skills.

Action: Please share this information with teachers and administrators in your building to begin socializing this new expectation that will impact all of us as we move toward compliance with these guidelines.

For more information, please contact Shannon N. Kersey at Kersey@fultonschools.org.

Matthew Leveillee exemplifies dedication and servant leadership in his role as an AU Paraprofessional and Interact Club Sponsor. His commitment to supporting students academically and socially creates a positive and inclusive environment where all are welcome. Through his work with the Interact Club, Matthew inspires students to engage in meaningful service projects that promotes a sense of responsibility and community involvement. His professionalism, patience, and genuine care for student success make him a valued team member.

January 12 - February 26 Wida ACCESS Testing (Daily Schedules & List of Students participating will be provided)

• Aurora Cineplex—Movies and Mini Golf -- Open 10am-10pm Daily for the Thanksgiving Holiday Break
• Wicked opens Thur Nov 20th and Zootopia Tues Nov
• Aurora Cineplex—Movies and Mini Golf -- Open 10am-10pm Daily for the Thanksgiving Holiday Break
• Wicked opens Thur Nov 20th and Zootopia Tues Nov 25th
• All Movies are Retro Priced--$ 6.50 -$ 10 plus $ 5.50 on Tuesdays.
• Area 51: Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf www.AuroraCineplex.com

Building Events: Set up Form

• As discussed during our last faculty meeting, all staff members will continue to complete and submit a “Building Event Set-Up Form” for any before, during, or after school activity (example: concert, club, or meeting).
• Completed forms must be submitted to Ms. Schroder for approval.
• Once approved, the event will be entered into the master calendar and shared with our custodial team.
• Approved before-school events may occur Monday through Thursday from 7:45am-8:45am.
• Approved after-school events may occur Monday through Thursday, but for cleaning purpose should conclude by 7:45pm.
• Please see Eric Casey if you have any questions.

🎶 Celebrate the Season with Song! 🎶
Join the CMS Husky Chorus for their Merry Melodies Winter Concert on Tuesday, December 16th at 6:00 PM in the Roswell High School Auditorium.
✨ Come enjoy an evening of joyful music and holiday cheer—we can’t wait to see you there! ✨

The 6th grade Field Trip to Junior Achievement BizTown will be Thursday, January 8th and Friday, January 9th. Students will attend on just one of the two days, depending on their Social Studies classes. Teachers, in your classes you can plan to teach the same lesson on each of those two days for students on their day to stay at CMS. Questions? Contact Angelique Hayes at hayesac@fultonschools.org

We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for Teacher of the Year and Professional Employee of the Year at Crabapple Middle School! These recognitions celebrate the outstanding dedication, hard work, and positive impact of our staff members who go above and beyond for our students and school community.

If you know a teacher or professional staff member who exemplifies excellence, please take a moment to submit your nomination. Your input helps us recognize and honor those who make CMS such a special place to learn and grow.

Submit your nomination here: https://forms.office.com/r/txnjQKTUQh
Deadline: Friday, December 19, 2025

Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible individuals who make a difference every day at CMS!

December 8- Holiday Concerts, POTY/TOTY Nominations, MLK Awards Nominations

December 1- Holiday Countdown Calendar and Underground Spirit Week

November 17- Student Attendance Update and Facilities Reminder

November 10- Building Events Procedure and Grading Reminder

November 3- Bookkeeper News and Veterans Day Reminder

October 27-PBIS Halloween Celebration and 504 Need to Know

October 20-Parent and Student Payment Directions and School Pictures

October 6- PBIS Staff Assessment Survey and Canvas Support Update

September 29- Revised Morning Help Session Process and Q1 Grading Update

September 22- TKES Goals and COPPA Update

September 15- Extended Learning and RTI Update

September 8- TKES Reminder and Student Attendance Update

September 1-Clubs and Teacher Mini Grant Update

August 25- Grading and AM/PM Procedure Update

August 18- PBIS, Centegix Badge, and BOY Media Center Update

August 11- Vanguard, Yearbook, Handling Medical Emergencies Follow-up.

July 30 -Important Dates for the Year, PBIS resources, Staff Handbook, Duty Schedules, Master Schedule, and Substitute Information

July 25 - Summer Need to Know Information