Husky Happenings
Crabapple Middle School Family Newsletter
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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 17-6thGrade Orchestra Concert 5-5:30pm
September 14-18: Scholastic Book Fair in the Media Center
September 21-25: Fall Break (No School for Students)
Every year we get questions about the difference between pre-approved absences and remote learning (or Participated Remote) days. Here is the primary difference. Pre-approved absences are counted as absences for your child and will still result in you receiving automated absence messages, the only advantage is that if approved, the absence can be entered as “excused” instead of "unexcused". A remote learning day is not considered an absence as long as your child completes the missed work (found in Canvas) within two days of returning to school. There are limitations on Remote Learning Days, including a maximum of 5 days per semester, but if approved, they are generally the better option.
The link for requesting days is on our website under "All Things Attendance". You can find this by scrolling down on the main page. It is also included at the bottom of every newsletter for ease of use. The link outlines the specific differences and limitations (when they can be used and how many per year) of each absence type.
We believe the best way for your child to learn is to be present at school, but we understand that there are valid reasons why a child may need to be out.
🎉 6th Grade Back to School Bash – This Friday!
The 6th Grade Back to School Bash is happening Friday, August 21 from 4:30–6:00 PM at CMS! 6th graders are invited to kick off the school year with inflatables, games, a DJ, pizza, chips, and a cookie. Students will be released directly from class to the event, and parent pick-up begins at 5:50 PM in the Carpool Lane.
🎟️ Tickets are $10. Online ticket sales close TONIGHT (Thursday) at 7:00 PM! Purchase online: http://bit.ly/44WGjjB
Miss the online deadline? Students may also purchase a ticket during lunch on Friday with $10 cash AND a signed permission slip.
🍦 King of Pops will be available for $5 CASH ONLY, so students who would like a pop should bring an additional $5.
We’re looking forward to a fun afternoon with our 6th graders! 🎉
- The Book Fair will take place in the Media Center from 9/14-9/18. Students will visit with their World Language or Reading classes.
- Please note the Book Fair will be CASHLESS this year. Only electronic forms of payment will be accepted. If you would like to set up a Scholastic E-Wallet for your child, please visit the CMS Book Fair's Website.
- Want to Volunteer at the Book Fair? Check out this Sign-Up Genius to help us out!
- Email Mrs. Salvatore with any questions: salvatorer@fultonschools.org.
- Over the past two weeks student have been completing their Math and Reading iReady Inform (formally known as iReady diagnostics) assessments. iReady Inform is a diagnostic adaptive assessment that identifies students’ strengths and opportunities for growth. This information helps determine how to best support each student’s learning. We are so proud of our students for their hard work. Once your child finishes Inform, you can see your child’s results.
- How can I access my student’s results?
- Log in to your student’s Class Link account and click on the iReady app.
- Click on the For Families dropdown and select the For Families report.
- Enter your School’s Report Code: CMVRR3
At CMS, we consistently emphasize our “3Bs” expectation – Be Respectful, Be Engaged, and Be Prepared. As part of our school’s PBIS framework, when students demonstrate these behaviors, CMS staff award your child PBIS points that they will be able to use in our PBIS store towards many enticing prizes. When students do not demonstrate these behaviors in the classroom, teachers will remind students of these expectations and provide three (3) opportunities for redirection. If negative behavior continues, teachers will issue a minor referral. When students receive a minor referral, the teacher will notify the parent via email and assign your child a grade level detention, to be served during the next lunch period. See attached flyer.
Parent Action Items:
- Make sure the email address in Infinite Campus is correct. If not, please email masoncm@fultonschools.org.
- Please go over this information with your child so that they hear the same information from you that they hear from the school.
All parents must sign the Student Code of Conduct in your Parent Infinite Campus portal. Instructions can be found here: ParentStudentCodeofConductReceiptAcknowledgement.pdf.
- We look forward to seeing you all at this year's Curriculum Night next Wednesday, August 26th, from 6-8 pm. You will have the opportunity to follow your child's schedule and meet their teachers.
- Please bring a copy of your child's schedule with you.
Huskies Helping Huskies (HHH) is a parent-led non-profit helping CMS students and families in urgent need with school supplies, snacks, toiletries, and other essentials.
Will you donate an item to help a CMS student in need?
The first distribution of the new school year will be in September, right before the week-long fall break. HHH aims to provide a Walmart gift card to help with groceries, along with snacks, laundry detergent, and toiletry items. Please consider ordering an item from our Walmart or Amazon wish lists and have it delivered directly to HHH. When we can provide these items for our families, it frees up funds for other essentials.
Of course, we also welcome monetary donations! Donate directly through Venmo or PayPal. If you have any questions about your contribution or requesting a corporate match, reach out to hhh.cms@gmail.com. Visit the website to learn more about HHH.
Local business owner? Let's connect!
Are you (or do you know) a local business owner who might be willing to sponsor an HHH student for the year? We'd love to share the benefits of sponsorship! Please reach out at hhh.cms@gmail.com.
THANK YOU!
**Optional** Device Protection Plan - PROMOTION!
As a reminder, the Optional Device Protection (ODP) enrollment window remains open through September 25th. We encourage all schools to actively promote this program with families, particularly our middle schools, where students have recently been issued brand-new Chromebooks.
The Optional Device Protection Plan helps families offset the cost of accidental device damage and can significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses for repairs or replacement. Without coverage, families may be responsible for repair costs ranging from $30-$270, with replacement costs up to $500 depending on the extent of the damage.
Your Canvas parent/observer account is automatically connected to the email address you have on file in Infinite Campus. You can access Canvas by following the steps below. It is best to wait until the first day of school to access as all accounts will not be available until then.
- Going to: fultonschools.instructure.com or click the Canvas Parent button from the school website or the main Fulton Schools website.
- Select Parent Login.
If you have never used Canvas before you follow these steps to set a password for your account:
- Follow steps 1 and 2 above.
- Select Forgot Password.
- Enter your email once again in the Login field and click Request Password.
Once you have set up your new password, you can return to fultonschools.instructure.com, select Parent Login, and login using your email and the new password you created.
If your child is a rising 6th grade student, you will receive an email after the first day of school to setup your password. If you don't receive an email, follow the steps above.
Parents and families are invited to attend a Canvas Information Session to learn more about Canvas and how it supports student learning. Sessions will be offered on the following dates:
- August 20 at 12:00 p.m.
- August 20 at 7:00 p.m.
- August 25 at 9:00 a.m.
- August 31 at 7:00 p.m.
Check out the Canvas Learning Management System webpage for more information about creating and managing a parent account, as well as registration links for the information sessions.
Cell Phone/Personal Communication Device Policy Reminder
Please remember that for students in Grades K-8, personal communication devices (i.e., cell phones, smart watches, etc.) are not permitted during the instructional day (8:45am-4:05pm). Students not following this policy will have their device confiscated and parent will be notified of next steps via email. Please make sure your email in Infinite Campus is correct.
District Health Services Information
Please use the links below to review resources provided by FCS District Health Services. Below is a list of programs and services supported by FCS District Health Services:
- Oversight of the school-based clinics
- First Aid and CPR Training for FCS employees
- Coordination of the district Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program
- Immunization audit compliance oversight and assistance
- Oversight of State Mandated Screenings
- Provide health education and in-service trainings
- Promotion of wellness activities
- Management and prevention of communicable diseases
- Emergency care and crisis intervention
- Provides direct care to medically fragile students
