Cunha Intermediate School

We hope everyone is enjoying their Spring Break, especially our 8th graders in Washington DC!

We ended last week with the Annual Staff versus Students Basketball Game. A big thanks to the Leadership students and Mr. Lugo for organizing the event and to all of the players (students and staff) for a fun-filled game!

Parents, if you would like your child's yearbook to arrive before the end of the school year, please be sure to purchase before April 30th. We will have a Yearbook Distribution Party at the end of May where students can pick up and sign each other's yearbooks.

Buy a yearbook: https://bit.ly/cunhayearbook. Passcode: 1016935141791594

If you have previously purchased a yearbook through Treering and need to add this school or year on your account, please follow these instructions: https://help.treering.com/s/article/Update-School-and-School-Year-for-Your-Child.

Applications for the Student Leadership Awards are now open! These awards are open to 8th -12th graders (Leadership) and 9th 12th graders (Sustainability). Students must submit a 500-word essay responding to either or both prompts. Applications close April 30.

Leadership Awards

The City of Half Moon Bay’s Annual Leadership Award program recognizes outstanding achievements and leadership qualities of middle school and high school students who have distinguished themselves as role models among their peers. Areas such as work ethic, community service, leadership, social responsibility, and/or overcoming obstacles to accomplish goals are considered.

Leadership Prompt (8th Graders Eligible):

"Describe your involvement in leadership activities and explain how these efforts have made a positive impact on your school, or community. Explain how you have motivated and inspired others."

Sustainability Prompt (High School Only):

"Food waste is a growing environmental challenge. How can reducing food waste in Half Moon Bay benefit our environment and community, and what role can young people play in making this change?"

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a student in good standing enrolled in middle school or high school in Half Moon Bay
• Must have good attendance and academic record
• Must have volunteered in the community
• Must illustrate leadership skills or exemplary social responsibility
• May have overcome adversity or serve as a role model to others

A Sizzling Success!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to our Breakwater BBQ fundraiser. Whether you grabbed a sandwich or a full platter, your appetite made a difference. We are thrilled to announce that we raised a total of $935!

8th Grade Promotion Lawn Signs

It’s almost time to celebrate our promoting Cubs! Lawn sign sales will officially begin right after Spring Break. Keep an eye out for the ordering link so you can show your pride for the Class of 2026.

Looking Ahead

• Sports Schedules: We know you’re itching to get back on the sidelines. New sports schedules are being finalized and will be released very soon. Stay tuned!

• Coastside Gives: Our biggest giving event of the year starts NOW! This is a vital time for our boosters to secure the future of our athletic programs.

• Power Hour: Mark your calendars for May 7 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. This is our "Power Hour" for Coastside Gives, where every donation can have an even bigger impact through matching funds and prizes.

Cunha will be hosting an amity intern next year, and we are in need of a host family for this fall (August to December) or next spring (January to June). Amity interns are international teaching interns who work in the Spanish classes. Amity interns are, or training to become, teachers so they can provide highly-qualified support in the classroom. And by the end of the year they can plan, prepare and teach entire lessons! Ms. Mireia herself is a former Amity intern.

Hosting experiences and expectations vary based on your own family’s needs. The only requirements are a private bedroom and three meals a day. Most Amities prepare their own lunches and just eat whatever their hosts are having for breakfast and dinner. Is your family busy and always on-the-go? That’s fine! Amities are adults. Want to include them in family events? Talk to them about how to be involved. Don’t speak Spanish? They speak English. If you’re curious or want to learn more about the Amity Program, go to https://amity.org and reach out cusd.sipa@gmail.com.

Click on the links below to see testimonials from former Amity hosts.

This Week:

April 13-April 17

• Spring Break

Next Week:
Monday, April 20

• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Tuesday, April 21

• PTO Meeting at 6:00 pm in D1

Wednesday, April 22

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 3:15 pm in Cunha Library
• Youth Cinema Project 3:30-5:00 pm in D4

Thursday, April 23

• Homework Club/Tutoring at 2:15 pm in Cunha Library

Friday, April 24

• Minimum Day Dismissal at 12:49 pm
• End of Progress Report Grading Period

We know that students learn best when they feel best. According to the National Center for Education Statistics: 70% of public schools say more students are seeking mental health services.

This school year, we’re proud to offer all students with $0 access to online therapy and counseling services, through our partnership with Hazel Health. Services are 100% safe and confidential.

Your student can speak 1-on-1 with a licensed therapist from the convenience of school or home, with your consent. Hazel Health provides high-quality care for all students — no matter their insurance or immigration status.

Hazel Health’s licensed therapists can help students build the tools and skills they need to succeed in and out of the classroom:

• Improve communication and confidence

• Build healthy friendships and relationships

• Develop coping skills to manage emotions

• Navigate academic stress and pressure

Hazel’s short-term online therapy program has been proven to reduce symptoms of common mental health concerns — and gives kids tools to cope with challenges they face at school and beyond. Students cannot receive care without your consent, so please take 5 minutes to sign up today at hazel.co.

The Say Something-Anonymous Reporting System (ARS) program empowers students to be Upstanders and say something to a Trusted Adult when they recognize warning signs and threats. The Tip Line allows you to submit secure, anonymous safety concerns to help someone who may hurt themselves or others.

To submit a tip, click the picture below, call 1-844-572-9669 or text 79775.

Please check out the Frequently Asked Questions for Parents here: https://bit.ly/cunhasaysomethingfaq