CSP Newsletter

CSP will be closed for all students on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to allow our staff to celebrate the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026.

CSP Drama is proud to present: Mutually Assured Destruction, a play about sibling rivalries by Don Zolidis. Please purchase your tickets for the show times below.
Saturday, May 30 - 7:00pm
Sunday, May 31 - 2:00pm

The Maryland Center for School Safety student art contest (PREPARE 2026)

We want your imagination to lead the way!

This year's theme, "Future Ready Schools," invites young artists to dream big about what schools, culture, and security will look like in the future.

Use your artwork to depict futuristic classrooms, innovative safety tools, redesigned school spaces, new collaborative methods for students and teachers, or creative technologies that promote safety and support for everyone. You can also explore the evolution of human connection and how trusted adults help to shape strong school communities.

When creating your artwork, think about questions like:

• What do you think schools and school safety will look like in the future?
  
  

• What kinds of new tools or technologies help keep students connected, creative, and safe?
  
  

• Do school buildings look the same, or have they transformed into something new?
  
  

• How has technology changed how we move, learn, or communicate?
  
  

• What does a positive school culture look like in the future?
  
  

• Who are the trusted adults in future schools, and how do they support students?

Be bold, curious, and inventive as you show us what a Future Ready School looks like through your eyes.

Art Showcase Documents

Art Showcase Rules

Art Showcase Guidelines
Art Showcase Consent Form
Art Showcase Flyer

As we near the end of the school year, we would like to share important information regarding our 8th-grade promotion ceremony and dance.

Both events will take place on June 12.

8th-Grade Promotion Ceremony

9:00 - 10:00 am

8th-Grade Dance

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Please note that due to capacity limitations, the promotion ceremony has a strict attendance limit. Each student may have two attendees only (not including the student).

To purchase dance tickets, students may bring $7.00 to Ms. Thomas in Room 111 or purchase them online using this link.

Dear CSP community, Thank you so much for your support of our Book Fair and Family Fun Night last week. We are so grateful to everyone who attended, supported our fundraising efforts, and promoted reading and books! Thanks to you, we will be able to add even more new, exciting, and useful content to our library collection! Happy reading!

End of School Year Library Due Dates

Please note the following due dates for library materials as we round out the school year. We appreciate your cooperation in helping to maintain our resources at CSP!

Friday, 5/8 - all library materials due for seniors

Friday, 5/29 - all library materials due for all students

If your student has an outstanding lunch account, we ask that you please make payments as soon as possible.

CSP PTSO needs all hands on deck to finish the year strong! Please review the volunteer needs and lend your time and talents where you can! Questions? Email PTSO@mycsp.org.

Volunteers Opportunities: End-of-Year Activities

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting the mental well-being of our students and families.

The following points are being shared with you to help normalize the topic of Mental Health and provide actionable tools for early intervention.

Common Warning Signs

You should watch for persistent changes (lasting two or more weeks) that disrupt your student's daily life:

• Emotional Shifts: Frequent irritability, extreme mood swings, or lasting sadness.
• Behavioral Changes: Withdrawal from friends, loss of interest in favorite activities, or "school refusal".
• Physical Indicators: Frequent headaches or stomach aches without a clear medical cause, or significant changes in sleep and appetite.
• Academic Impact: A sudden decline in grades or difficulty concentrating in class.

Daily "Wellness Wins" for Families

You are encouraged to use these simple habits to build emotional resilience at home:

• The "Big 5" Habits: Prioritize restorative sleep, physical activity, healthy eating, social connection, and helping others.
• Meaningful Check-ins: Use open-ended questions like "What was the best part of your day?" or "What made you feel nervous today?" to spark authentic conversation.
• Structure & Routine: Predictable daily schedules, especially consistent bedtimes and limited screen time, help reduce anxiety.
• Model Coping Skills: Let your student see you managing stress in healthy ways, such as taking a walk, deep breathing, or journaling.

Resources & Next Steps

Please know that you are not alone and have access to support:

• School Support: Reach out to your student’s school counselor or a teacher if you notice changes at home.
• Professional Guidance: Visit expert-led platforms like ParentGuidance.org or Child Mind Institute (childmind.org) for practical mental health tools.
• Crisis Support: Immediate help is available by calling or texting 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

~Kimberly Y. Phillips, School Psychologist

The county has partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to offer the programs listed below. They are a virtual support group for parents and caregivers with students diagnosed with a mental illness and a self-paced online course for parents and caregivers helping them in navigating the challenges of youth mental health. Parents and caregivers can participate in one or both opportunities.

Parent of Youth Support Group-Zoom Online

Our Parent Support Group is focused on helping parents and caregivers of middle and high school-aged children who are showing symptoms or have been diagnosed with a mental illness. Parents of adults living with a mental health condition are also welcome to attend and share their experiences. This group meets via Zoom.

Register in advance for this meeting using the link or QR code:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8Vrchtq2RIScvTOZxPq84w

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meeting.

NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.

· Free of cost to participants

· Led by family members of people with mental health conditions

· 90 minutes long and meets monthly

· No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed

· Confidential

NAMI Basics OnDemand

NAMI Basics OnDemand is modeled after the successful instructor-led NAMI Basics education series. NAMI Basics OnDemand is also free, but available in a self-paced online format – available 24/7 – which allows users to access course materials and resources on their own time.

The program is designed to empower parents and caregivers of young people (ages 22 and younger) with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to navigate the challenges of youth mental health. Learn more at https://basics.nami.org/.

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In kindness/En amabilidad,

Kimberly Y. Phillips, MSEd, CAS, NCSP (she/her/ella)

Nationally Certified School Psychologist/Psicóloga escolar certificada nacionalmente

The Botvin LifeSkills Parent Program is a free, evidence-based workshop series designed for families with school-aged children. This program provides practical, hands-on strategies to strengthen family relationships, enhance communication, and support positive youth development.

Program Highlights:

• Practical tools for everyday parenting

• Interactive discussions and real-life application

• Supportive and welcoming environment

• Free workshop book and participation gift

• Meals provided for in-person attendees

Workshop Details:
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Format: In-person and virtual options available

Session Schedule:

• April 27 – Family Communication, Linthicum Library, 400 Shipley Road, Linthicum Heights, Md

• May 21 – Parental Monitoring, AACO Non-Profit Center, 41 Community Place, Crownsville, Md,

• June 25 – Being a Good Role Model, AACO Non-Profit Center, 41 Community Place, Crownsville, Md,

• July 30 – Consistent & Appropriate Discipline, AACO Non-Profit Center, 41 Community Place, Crownsville, Md,

• August 27 – Substance Use: Effects & Warning Signs, AACO Non-Profit Center, 41 Community Place, Crownsville, Md,

• September 24- Taking a Clear Stand on Drugs- AACO Non- Profit Center, 41 Community Place, Crownsville, Md

Registration is required. Families can register or request additional information by contacting:
Michele Green at mgreen@mdcoalition.org
Shannon Gill at sgill@mdcoalition.org

Are you interested in being added to CSP's list of Approved Volunteers/Chaperones?

If you are new to CSP OR have not submitted a response to our CSP Volunteer/Chaperone Interest Form in the past and want to volunteer or chaperone, please submit a response to the form here.

Sexual Harassment & Child Abuse Video

If you haven't done so, please get this form to Mrs. O'Brien.

Sexual Harassment & Child Abuse Training Video

Everyone who applies to be a Volunteer/Chaperone for AACPS, upon approval, must view the Sexual Harassment/Child Abuse Training Video prior to the volunteer/chaperone having access to students. Failure to do so will result in a disapproval status for access until the video is viewed.

Video English
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Memorial Day - All Schools & Offices Closed

Eid al-Adha

CSP IS CLOSED to celebrate the CLASS OF 2026!

6:00 pm - Graduation Ceremony

EarthFest

2:00 pm - Mutually Assured Destruction - (Drama Production)

Asian & Pacific Islander Month Ends

Student will arrive on-time but follow a two-hour late arrival schedule to allow for testing

MAP ELA Test - Middle School and Grades 9/10

6;00 - 8:00 pm - Parent Athletic Committee Meeting

Student will arrive on-time but follow a two-hour late arrival schedule to allow for testing

MAP Math Test - Middle School, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry

Non-refundable Bus Registration Fee for 2026-2027 School Year Deadline

5:30 - 7:30 pm - CultureFest

9:00 - 10:00 am - 8th-grade Promotion

6:30 - 8:30 pm - 8th-grade Dance

Last Day for Students / End of 4th Marking Period