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CHMS Newsletter 9/14/25

Posted Date: 9/14/25 (9:00 AM)
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Coyote Howl

Weekly Update

September 14, 2025
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Quote of the week

"The beautiful think about learning is that no one can take it away from you." BB King
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Future CEO Class Registration

Join Future CEO and become a leader of the next generation.
Registration is now open for Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce's fall Future CEO class.
Classes start September 25, 2025

Further details are linked in Flyer

ROCKIN Coyote Celebration

We are looking forward to our first ROCKIN’ Coyote Celebration on September 25! Remember, students must clear all zeros by September 19 to be eligible. Students who are not attending the celebration will receive extra support from their advisory teacher during that time to complete missing assignments.

CHMS Community Resource Fair

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Community Resource Fair on Thursday, October 2, from 4:00–5:30 p.m. here at CHMS.
This special event is designed to connect families with local organizations that offer resources and support for students and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to:
  • Learn about programs and services available in our community
  • Meet representatives from local agencies and organizations
  • Discover resources to support student learning, health, and well-being
We encourage all families to stop by, explore, and make valuable connections. It’s a great way to build partnerships that support our students both inside and outside of school.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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6th Grade Camp Information

To kick off the school year, your 6th grader has the wonderful opportunity to go to 6th Grade Camp October 6-10
$450.00 is the cost of camp this year. Payment and Health form deadline is September 26th. This supports tuition, buses, and staffing. Please reach out to Mrs. Knowles for payment plan information at rknowles@carlsbadusd.net
Please use the following link to make a payment on the webstore https://chms-asb.myschoolcentral.com. Cash or check payments may be made in the front office or at registration. 
This is a fantastic opportunity for your 6th grader to make new friends and skills that will carry on throughout their 3 years at Calavera Hills Middle School.  
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Knockout Pizza Fundraiser

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
🕚 Time: 11 AM – 8 PM
📍 Location: 2937 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad

When you order, 25% of sales will be donated back to CHMS. Just show the flyer (printed or on your phone) and let the staff know you’re supporting our fundraiser.

Here's a link to copy and paste if you can't get the hyperlink to work for the flyer:

Whether you dine on the patio, order takeout, or get delivery, your meal will help support our school!
Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to see you there!

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, September 17
  • Step It Up Kickoff Assembly

Thursday, September 18
  • Coyote Community-CPD Presentation

Thursday, October 2
  • Community Resource Fair Flyer

Wednesday, October 8
  • Knockout Pizza Dining Fundraiser Flyer
week at a glance

Star Program!

STAR Program!
At CHMS, the PTSA organizes a monthly gifting program for teachers and staff to show them how much they are appreciated - the STAR program!
Please consider volunteering to support our teachers and staff members this year by providing a small gift to show them our appreciation for all they do. There are two ways you can support this program this year:

1) Sign up to "adopt" a teacher/staff member by getting them a small gift and dropping it off each month in the office for it to be delivered.

2) Make a donation toward the STAR program and let PTSA coordinate gifting to ensure each teacher/staff member is covered and cared for. 

Thank you so much for your involvement!

CHMS Teacher/Staff Wish List!

Looking to support our classroom teachers and our staff by getting them exactly what they want? Check out their Amazon wish list here! Items will be delivered directly to school for their intended recipients.

Follow PTSA on Instagram for updates on events and volunteer opportunities!

Be sure to check out the new PTSA Spiritwear shop and membership information. Your support helps every student!

PTSA Announcements

Become a Member of PTSA Today!
Being a member of the CHMS PTSA just means that you have given a contribution to the organization in support of enhancing the CHMS experience for all students. You can join for as little as $25, but if you can, we ask that each family consider a donation between $100 to $250 for the year. Your support provides an impactful contribution. Click here to join!
CHMS PTSA
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Learning Lab


  • The CHMS Learning Lab is voluntary and open to all students. Students may choose to take part in our Learning Lab on days that it is helpful and choose to not participate on days that it does not meet their learning needs.
  • While the CHMS Learning Lab is optional, we will take role each day. This way, we will know who is taking advantage of this service and parents can require their own children to participate. Parents will receive daily emails of confirmation of their child’s attendance. 
  • Students are expected to behave in such a way that does not make it difficult for other students to take advantage of this program.  

CHMS Cell Phone Policy

Students must have all mobile communication devices turned off and kept out to sight during the school day, both in and out of the classroom. This policy begins from the time students enter campus until they exit campus at the end of the day. If a student need to contact a parent during the school day, they may come to the office for assistance.
We ask you to please review these policies with your student(s) to ensure that they understand expectations at CHMS. Additional information can be found on the CUSD website Teachers and administrators will review these policies with students as the year begins. Thank you for your support in helping us to maximize student learning!

Parking at CHMS

Parking at Calavera is always a challenge, and this year it is even more so as CHE adds additional TK classes and our school continues to grow. We ask that you use the outside loop for student drop-off only, so staff can park in the inside section of the lot. If possible, please avoid using parking spaces so that staff have access to them. As always, do not block accessible parking spaces when dropping off your students. Please see 
Drop Off/Pick Up Protocol for more information. 
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