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CHMS Newsletter 9/28/25

Posted Date: 9/28/25 (9:00 AM)
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Coyote Howl

Weekly Update

September 28, 2025
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Quote of the week

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." – Helen Keller
This week reminded me just how powerful teamwork can be. Whether it was helping a classmate, sharing ideas, or parents volunteering at school. Each of you made a difference. Thank you for showing what collaboration looks like in action. Keep lifting each other up — we’re stronger together!

community resource fair

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!
pizza party

Pizza Party

🎉 Pizza Party Challenge! 🍕
The Advisory Class with the most families in attendance at our upcoming Community Resource Fair on October, 2 4:00-5:30pm
will WIN A PIZZA PARTY! 🍕🎈
Bring your parents, guardians, siblings—everyone counts! The more family members show up for your advisory, the better your chances to win.

Volunteer Information

Celebration Day Thank you!

Our ROCKIN Coyote Celebration Day was a great success! Thank you to the parents who volunteered to run activities. You are interested in helping at the next Celebration Day on November 6, please complete the linked Celebration Day Volunteer Form.  

Make Up Picture Day

📸 Missed Picture Day? No worries!
Make-Up Picture Day is almost here!
🗓️ October, 3
📍 CHM Gym
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This is your chance to shine! ✨
Dress your best and bring your biggest smile. 😁

📸 School Pictures Are Ready! 🎉
Attention Coyote Families,
We’re excited to let you know that school pictures are now available! You can view and order your child’s photos online.
👉 How to View & Order:
  1. Visit: https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
  2. Enter School: Calavera Hills Middle School
  3. Enter the Event Code: FE247825
  4. Choose your favorite shots and place your order! Images are secured using the email address(es) provided.

Lancer Day

The first Lancer Day was in 1958 with Queen Judy Collins and her princesses Natalie Vermilyea, Betty Bowman and Jeanette Gastelum. CHMS will have an early release day in honor of Lancer Day on Friday, Oct. 3. Students will be released at 1:36 pm. Lancer Day Parade will begin at 2:00 pm in the Village of Carlsbad on Harding St. Hope to see you there! As a reminder, if your student plans to attend the homecoming football game at Carlsbad High School, they must remain with an adult at all times. Students who demonstrate poor behavior will be escorted out of the game.
lancer day
pizza guy

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

Thursday, October 2
  • Community Resource Fair Flyer

Friday, October 3
  • Make up picture day
  • Lancer Day, early release

Wednesday October 8
  • Knockout Pizza Dining Fundraiser Flyer

Friday, October 24
  • PTSA Halloween Party save the date!
Upcoming Events

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
learning lab

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!