As we enter the final month of the school year, we want to express our gratitude for your continued support and partnership in your student's education journey at Collins Middle School. With the end of the academic year fast approaching, it's crucial that we maintain high expectations for our students and provide them with the necessary support to finish the year on a strong note.

At Collins Middle School, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence and empowering our students to make informed academic decisions. As such, we kindly request your assistance in reinforcing the importance of commitment, diligence, and perseverance in their studies.

By working together to uphold these expectations and provide the necessary encouragement and guidance, we can help ensure that our students end the school year on a positive and successful note.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students' academic journey at Collins Middle School. Should you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Have a great weekend!

Thank you,

Gavin

Monday - Day 2

Tuesday - Day 3

Wednesday - Early Release Day - 11:45am Dismissal

Thursday - Day 4

Friday - Day 1

Applied learning is a research-backed educational approach that’s proven to work for ALL students. In an applied learning classroom, students actively drive the learning. They use content knowledge, critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork, grappling with meaningful problems and creating solutions they understand. Congrats to our CMS team!

There will be 8th Grade MCAS makeups this week. Students did a wonderful job putting in the effort this week!

VOLLEYBALL

• OPEN GYM ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 3:25-4:30
• WE WILL CELEBRATE THE SEASONS END WITH PIZZA.
• JETS, ACES, AND ALL-STARS WILL CELEBRATE ON WEDNESDAY
• VIKINGS, POWER PUFF, AND HUSKIES ON THURSDAY

TRACK AND FIELD

• Practice Monday and Wednesday 3:30-4:30
• MEET AT HOME AGAINST SWAMPSCOTT 4:00PM

GIRLS LACROSSE

• Practice Wednesday 3:30-4:30 and Saturday 8:30-10:00 AM
• NO GAMES

BOYS LACROSSE

• Practice Monday, Thursdays and Friday 5:45-7:00
• NO GAMES

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The 8th Grade Semi-formal will be Friday, May 17 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Hamilton Hall on 9 Chestnut St, Salem.

We are excited to share that today, our students had the incredible opportunity to be inspired and motivated by none other than Dee-1, our resident artist! Dee-1 visited our school to share his wisdom, enthusiasm, and encouragement as we enter the final stretch of the school year.

Dee-1's message centered around the importance of perseverance, dedication, and making positive choices, especially as we approach the end of the academic year. He shared personal anecdotes and insights that resonated deeply with our students, reminding them that they have the power to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.

His visit served as a powerful reminder to our students that they are capable of greatness and that hard work and determination can lead to success. We are grateful to Dee-1 for taking the time to inspire and uplift our school community.

As we continue our journey toward the end of the school year, let's harness the motivation and energy instilled by Dee-1's visit to propel us forward. Together, we can support our students in finishing the year strong and achieving their academic goals.

This hands-on activity not only provided our students with a memorable learning experience but also reinforced key scientific concepts and critical thinking skills. Through experimentation and observation, they gained a deeper understanding of the properties of various substances and the transformative nature of chemical reactions.

8th grade families!

If you have an outstanding balance please contact the Main Office ASAP!

Online payments for the 8th Grade NY Trip are now live!

https://fourwinds.secure.force.com/TripRegistration/ - Our unique code is collins24

NY Trip Online Payment Registration (English)

NY Trip Online Payment Registration (Portuguese)

​If you have any questions while navigating this process, please feel free to reach out to Malcolm Pimentel, mpimentel@salemk12.org and Ben Chertok bchertok@salemk12.org

I want to remind all students and parents of the expectations for students after school:

• All students who are not under the supervision of a staff member (tutoring, athletics, restorations, etc.) need to be out of the building by 3:30PM
• Students attending the Boys and Girls Club need to be in the program by 3:20PM.
• After 3:30PM no one should be permitted through the main entrance unless buzzed in by a staff member.
  • Students should not be buzzed in through the main entrance after 3:15PM.
    • Need to go through B&G Entrance.
• If you see students unsupervised after 3:30PM please let an administrator know immediately.
• Only students attending after-school activities are allowed to use the late bus.
  • Students in Boys and Girls Club are not permitted on late bus.

We want to make sure students are supervised and safe. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out

Drop-Off/ Pick-Up:

• Parents can drop off/pick up at either the Jackson Street parking lot or Powder House Lane.

  • Recommendation: The Jackson Street parking lot probably would be easiest and most efficient.

  • Pick up and drop off can also happen on Francis Road, Calabrese Street, Broad Street and Dalton Parkway.

  • Crossing guards will be located on Jackson/Highland, Broad/Jackson, and Powderhouse/Highland.

• Please do not block driveways out of courtesy of our neighbors.

• Only buses will be allowed up the Jackson Street entrance; no parent vehicles will be allowed into the Jackson Street entrance.

• All buses will be exiting via Powder House Lane, so if you see a bus trying to exit please move along to make room.

• If you are dropping off your student, please work with your child to be ready to exit the car quickly so that you can move on and help keep the flow of traffic moving.

Thank you for supporting us in this effort to provide a safer Collins Middle School. Please do not hesitate to ask questions.

Next Meeting: May 15 at 6-7PM - Main Office of CMS.

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Who are we?

We are ELPAC!

We are parents or guardians of children who are learning English (ESL), or learning two languages (Dual Language) We also advise the school district and the School Committee about issues related to children who are learning English. All families of English Learners are welcome! We meet 5 times a year. If you are interested in joining us, we would love to have you!

2023-24 Meeting Schedule:

• June 2024/Date TBA: ELPAC Meeting at Horace Mann Field (6-7:30 p.m.)

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