News from the Middle

Asst. Principal: Anthony Forfia EMAIL

Secretary: Diana Norris EMAIL

Nurse: Jen Trittschuh, RN EMAIL

MAIN OFFICE/ATTENDANCE: 440-285-4062

Website: www.chardonschools.org

Address: 424 North St.

Happy Friday, Families!

Thank you to all who participated in fall conferences these last several weeks. Our partnership helps every student grow. Thank you to our wonderful PTO who supports our teachers in so many ways.

Don't forget that we have checkpoint testing next week. Please reference the important dates section to reference specific changes.

If you have any questions, or if you need clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Mrs. Sherwood & Mr. Forfia

Please note the following important dates:

Nov. 9th: 4th grade makecode/robotics 2:45-4:00PM/Room 200

6th/7th grade robotics/2:45-3:40PM/Room 222

Nov. 10th: 6th & 7th grade checkpoint testing/4th & 5th grade DELAYED START (10am)

Nov. 11th: 4th & 5th grade checkpoint testing/6th & 7th grade DELAYED START (10am)

Nov. 11th: Care Crew/2:45-3:40PM/media center

Jazz Band/2:40-3:40

5th grade makecode/robotics/2:45-4:00PM/Room 200

Nov. 12th: Math is Fun! club/2:45-3:45PM/Room 210

PTO Skate Night/6-8PM

Nov. 13th: Orchestra Field Trip

Nov. 16th: 4th grade makecode/robotics 2:45-4:00PM/Room 200

6th/7th grade robotics/2:45-3:40PM/Room 222

6th &7th grade choir concert/Park Auditorium/7PM

Nov. 18th: Jazz Band/2:40-3:40

5th grade makecode/robotics/2:45-4:00PM/Room 200

7th grade AHLI meeting/2:45-4:15PM

6th & 7th grade Jazz Band Concert

Nov. 19th: Math is Fun! club/2:45-3:45PM/Room 210

7th grade AHLI field trip

Nov. 20th: 5th grade AHLI field trip

HB 96 requires that we track student attendance, regardless of absence reason, and once a student reaches the 5% thresh hold, the school must begin interventions.

This week, the 7th Grade Sources of Strength Team began their “Getting the Word Out” Campaign. They are presenting to the entire student body about what Sources of Strength is using a presentation, a game, and discussion all developed and implemented by our student leaders. We are so fortunate to have such a motivated group of student leaders in our building who work so enthusiastically to create a culture of kindness and connection here at CMS.

Hi Parents!

Join us for Chardon Middle School Skate Night at City Skates in Painesville on Thursday, November 12th, from 6–8 PM!

Please see the attached flyer for all the details. We hope to see you there for a fun night of skating!

Please note: This is not a drop-off event.

Thank you!
Chardon Middle School PTO

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Attendance Line 440-285-4062 (before 9:00 am):

• Sick/Not Feeling well

• Dentist/Doctor Appointment

• Early Dismissal (please give us at least 2 hours notice)

• Other

Report absences:

• Please leave a message on the attendance line (before 9:00) or speak to one of the secretaries.

• Notes - student should bring to the office

• Please do not leave a message on a secretary's personal voicemail (she may be absent).

• If you inform the teacher please also contact the school office.

Change in Dismissal:

• If you need to change how your child is getting home, please call the office as soon as you know so we can get the message to your child.

Tardy - students must be in their classroom by 7:35 am or they will be considered tardy.

Please click the banner below to review the updated and recently Board of Education-approved Chardon Middle School Addendum to the CLSD Parent-Student Handbook. This handbook is published annually to help ensure a safe and productive learning environment for students, staff, parents, and visitors. It outlines students' rights, responsibilities, and the consequences for misbehavior. Included in the district handbook is an addendum specific to Chardon High School. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the school administration.

A reminder that students will be prohibited from using cell phones or other devices during the instructional day. This policy prohibits the use of these devices by students during any period of time in which a student is expected to be in attendance. This applies to formal instruction time as well as other supervised activities such as recess, meal periods, field trips and the transition between classes.

Students may not have their phones on them at any point in the school day.

This policy is in alignment with state law and Ohio Department of Workforce and Education guidelines prohibiting the use of such devices by students during the instructional day.