Cougar Chronicle

Cozy for a Cause

This week our Leadership students kicked off part one of our food drive with Hats Off to Hunger. Students were encouraged to bring in canned food items in exchange for the opportunity to wear a hat during the school day. The turnout was fantastic, and it was great seeing our students excited to help others.

Next Friday, Leadership will host part two of the drive, Don’t Sleep on Hunger. Students who bring in a canned food item will be allowed to wear pajama pants for the day. It’s a fun way to support a very real need in our community, and we hope to see even more participation next week.

I am very proud of the work happening here at Carter. Our kids are growing not only in the classroom but as well-rounded young people. Initiatives like this teach empathy, leadership, and the importance of giving back.

As we head into Thanksgiving, I encourage all families to find a small way to give back together. Whether it’s donating food, helping a neighbor, or simply doing something kind, every little bit makes a difference. We all need that reminder, especially this time of year.

Congratulations Carter Cougars on a job well done on the quarter 1 honor roll!

Your local Elks Lodges, Clawson-Troy Elks #2169 and Macomb Elks #2292 are hosting the Elks National Foundation Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest on Sunday, November 23rd at 1:30 PM. The contest will be held at the Boys & Girls Club of Troy at 3670 John R Road Troy, MI 48083.

The Hoop Shoot is a free throw contest for youth ages 8-13 open (you do not need to be an Elks Member or associated with the Elks). The program is free to all contestants and provides youth an opportunity to compete, connect and succeed through hard work and healthy competition.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Kids are separated into three age groups, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13, with girls and boys competing separately (age group is based on the contestant age on April 1, 2025).

Contestants advance through local contests, starting with a Lodge contest, followed by Districts, States, and Regionals to the National Finals in Chicago. Six National Champions will have their names and photos displayed at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.

WHY HOOP SHOOT?
Gritty kids are determined hard workers. Gritty kids become gritty adults with strong work ethics and goal-setting skills. It’s free! The Elks cover travel costs through each level.

You can learn more about the event by visiting our website at https://us01.z.antigena.com/l/pP8icbzmRRIUyEf_C2ybS~s4RrQixLVP5iEBGhH6wehNe36xgdxT7plSrlnXMv2eawXvKWKDB2NyDxZLFTK4xN29stXmIwIIZGUyGGeYTHV9MPkbSIG_F5MmGiOnCzz_VWBgK5JFkxAW8wy6bGPElRh49w2FIpD4JIl8Lm7sKP94Knon1vY5fg33NMswJUUVjrWsNUQC~aaFNQC .

Book Club finished their first book of the year, When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead. It was overwhelmingly loved, and they gave it a 4.5 out of 5 stars!

Next up they are taking on a literary classic, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle.

Please support our Leadership students during their “Chip Chip Hooray Thursdays”!

Chips and snacks will be available for $1.00 each. All proceeds will benefit improvements to our

school. Thank you for supporting our student leaders!

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Thank you to all for your participation! Keep selling, there is just over 2 weeks left of the sale! We have a close competition going! Who will win? If you would like to participate but have not turned in your permission slip there is still time! Remember there is no selling during school hours, the candy bars need to be sold after school to friends and family outside of Carter Middle School. Sell a box and return the money to receive another box before November 24th. Please return the money as you sell so prizes can be distributed in a timely matter.

Reminder that last day to pick up the chocolate bars is Monday, November 24th. All money is DUE by Monday, December 1st.

No prizes will be distributed until all money is turned in.

We have added a 3rd place prize! It's been an exciting competition so far with the students and we have some students who are neck in neck with each other. We have added a Jared Goff autographed mini helmet!

Prize recap

• 1 box: Urban Air coupon
• 2 boxes: Urban Air coupon + ½ hour game truck time
• 3 boxes: All previous prizes + entry to win the 5-pound chocolate bar
• 4 boxes: All previous prizes + an extra ½ hour in the game truck
• Top seller: Electric scooter
• Second place: Choice of Jared Goff signed mini helmet or Nike/Jordan shoes
• Third place: Receives the remaining prize not chosen by second place

Mrs. Gurney's 4th hour health students recently had CARE come into the classroom. They talked about the effects of alcohol and the importance of making safe, responsible choices. Students participated in a hands-on activity using “alcohol goggles,” which simulate how a person’s vision and reaction time are impaired after drinking. The experience gave students a better understanding of how alcohol affects the brain and body and reinforced the importance of avoiding risky behaviors. It was an educational and eye-opening experience for everyone!

Carter is hosting two Spirit Days while collecting cans of food to donate.

Friday 11/14: Hats Off to Helping Hunger

Bring in a can of food and students can wear a hat.

Friday 11/21: Put Hunger to Rest

Bring in a can of food and wear pajama pants

The front office currently has two sets of house keys that were turned in within the past couple of weeks. If your student has misplaced a house key, please encourage them to visit the front office to inquire.

Additionally, several jewelry items—including rings, necklaces, and bracelets—have been found and are being held in the office. We also have a single earbud that was left in the lunchroom last week.

Students are encouraged to check the front office for any lost personal belongings.

Our annual book fair is fast approaching! Students can come down to shop at the book fair during the week of December 1st-5th. Ms. Miljan is looking for parents who can help out with sales during the school day, 8AM - 2PM. If you can help out, please sign up via this link. If you have any questions please email Ms. Miljan. A background check must also be on file.

American Education Week is November 17-21. Students have received a poster and directions from their teacher. All entries should be submitted to their teacher no later than Wednesday, December 10th. Poster theme is "I can be a Superhero of Kindness" The grade-level winning students and their families will be invited and honored at the WCS School Board meeting on March 4, 2026.

No School for the Thanksgiving Recess from Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th. School Resumes Monday, December 1st.

Our last day before the holiday break will be Friday, December 19th. There will be no school on Monday, December 22, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026 for students due to the Holiday Break. School Resumes on Monday, January 5, 2026.

A parent must accompany their student to all athletic events within WCS. This is a district rule and any student that is not accompanied by their parent/guardian will not be allowed into the game.

Students must have their Student ID's in order to enter any game with their parent/guardian.

The State of Michigan requires students to have a completed sports physical BEFORE tryouts begin for any sport team. Forms are available in the school office and on the MHSAA website:

English: https://www.mhsaa.com/portals/0/Documents/health%20safety/physical2page.pdf

Arabic: https://www.mhsaa.com/sites/default/files/Administrators/arabic2page.pdf

Spanish: https://www.mhsaa.com/sites/default/files/Administrators/spanish2page.pdf?time=1754321970200

All physicals must be dated after April 15 of the current year.

November 18 ~ Yearbook Club Meeting

November 21 ~ Put Hunger to Rest

November 25 ~ Half Day

November 26 ~ No School ~ Thanksgiving Break

November 27 ~ No School ~ Thanksgiving Break

November 28 ~ No School ~ Thanksgiving Break

December 4 ~ Great Skate

December 9 ~ Early Release

There is no Booster Club meeting in December.

Thank you for supporting our students—we couldn’t do it without you! 💛

• Taki Tuesday is every week
• Volunteers are needed for Concessions, and Taki Tuesdays.

We NEED volunteers for concessions and Taki Tuesdays:

TT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A8AE2CA2F9C61-58330768-taki#/

Any questions regarding Booster Club please contact via email. Thank you for your support!

CONTACT INFORMATION:

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Email: carterboosterpresident@gmail.com

Have a Kroger rewards card? Select the organization that you wish to support is as simple as updated the Kroger Community Rewards Selection on your digital account. Your organization earns money at no added cost to you! Sign up today to support our Carter Booster Club.

https://cartermscounseling.weebly.com/

Kristin Forsyth - students with last name (A-L)

(586) 698- 4297

Lisa Stabile - student with last name (M-Z)
(586) 698- 4798

Our counseling department is collecting gently used girls’ clothing. If you have any pants, shirts, or sweatshirts to donate, please bring them to the main office.
Thank you for helping support our students in need!

Under Federal law, you as parents may request the following specific information about the professional qualifications of your children's teachers:

1. Whether the teacher has met the state qualifications/licensing for their grade level/subjects.
2. Whether the teacher is on a temporary permit or waiver.
3. The teacher's majors, graduate certificates/degrees, and discipline fields.
4. Paraprofessional services and qualifications.

Carter Middle School has been identified as a school-wide Title I, Part A building. This is a federally supplemented program designed to help children reach high academic standards. In receiving funds from this program the district has a requirement to inform you, as a parent of a child attending a Title I school, of information regarding the professional qualifications of your child's class

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, it is the policy of Warren Consolidated Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes") be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. Inquiries should be addressed to the Chief Human Resource Officer, 31300 Anita, Warren, Michigan 48093, (586) 825-2400, ext 63110.